Drownings in summer 2011 total nearly 1,600
Grim statistics were recently reported regarding the number of drownings that took place across the country this past summer.
According to the National Drowning Prevention Alliance, nearly 1,600 people lost their lives after drowning in a body of water - including pools, lakes, oceans and ponds - between May and August 26.
Kim Burgess executive director of the NDPA, said that while summer traditionally marks the end of the swimming season, drownings occur throughout the year.
"The end of the summer does not signal the end of drowning incidents," said Burgess. "While the drowning rate peaks during summer, it's a serious year-round problem, especially for children ages four and younger who drown in bathtubs, buckets, toilets and other containers."
The report also detailed where drownings were most prevalent. At 140, Texas reported the highest number of incidents, followed by California, Florida, Michigan and New York.
Between 2008 and 2010, there were approximately 5,100 pool- or spa-related injuries annually, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Because injuries from pool accidents fall under homeowners insurance policies, pool owners should make sure they have enough coverage.
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