Welcome to the Drowning Prevention Coalition (DPC) of El Paso, a community-based outreach organization, raising awareness in the community on water safety. Following an astonishing 78 child drownings in the state of Texas in 2009, 9 of which occurred in El Paso, the DPC was formed in March of 2010 to develop and support training and community education efforts, prevent drownings, near drownings and other water related incidents in El Paso County. The DPC’s message, “Respect the Water,” reminds us all about the importance of constant vigilance and extra precaution when children are around water. Over 30 community organizations have joined forces with the DPC to maximize outreach efforts for water safety in El Paso. Together, through community togetherness and action, the DPC’s mission is to ensure that water related tragedies no longer occur.
Tip 1
Whether at home or on vacation, it is always important to keep safety in mind when children are in or near water. Drowning can happen at any time of year, but be especially cautious during the summer months when drowning incidents can increase up to 89% as compared to the rest of the year.
Tip 1
Whether at home or on vacation, it is always important to keep safety in mind when children are in or near water. Drowning can happen at any time of year, but be especially cautious during the summer months when drowning incidents can increase up to 89% as compared to the rest of the year.