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Whanganui residents urged to stay safe on the water this summer 28 Dec, 2020 04:00 PM 4 minutes to read Whanganui organisations are urging swimmers and boaties to stay safe on the water this summer. Photo / Bevan Conley Sixty-four people have lost their lives in the water, according to Water Safety NZ statistics. Six of those were in the Manawatu/Whanganui region. The majority of drownings are within the 15-24 age bracket and are related to recreational swimming while 87 per cent of victims are male. Whanganui District Council community wellbeing manager, Lauren Tamehana, said enjoying swimming and water activities was very much a part of Whanganui life but safety had to be a priority. ....
Whanganui District Council is reminding people to stay safe while enjoying the water over the summer months. Community Wellbeing Manager, Lauren Tamehana, says enjoying swimming and water activities is very much a part of Whanganui life. For generations, summer has meant heading to our favourite swim spots to cool down and have fun, but she says, It’s important to understand the risks and use this knowledge well when deciding when and where to swim. She says the dangers around the Wharf Street boat ramp are of concern. This area is generally unsafe for swimming while boats are being launched. Boats are unable to stop suddenly and there is a high risk of serious injury if swimmers become caught in a boat s propeller wash and are struck by a propeller. ....