6 Florida and U.S. Drowning Statistics
Drowning accidents occur far too often, not only in Florida but also the United States. Making matters even worse is that many of them involve children. Oftentimes, drownings are completely preventable, occurring because of a lack of supervision, or some other type of negligence. If you’ve lost a loved one in this sort of tragedy, the attorneys with The Eberst Law Firm may be able to help. Our team of legal representatives has a great deal of experience representing clients, and has achieved a long track record of success. Take advantage of our knowledge by scheduling a free consultation. You can contact us online, or you can give us a call at 1-888-CALL-JON. Here are six statistics on drownings in Florida and across the nation that you might find surprising. 1. In 2021, there were 98 deaths from child drownings in Florida This is up from 69 in 2020. There were 24 child drowning deaths in the Tampa Bay area alone. What led to this increase in tragedies? Some think that the pandemic had something to do with it. More parents were working from home due to office shutdowns, and children were at home as well. A busy parent who’s involved with a work project, or participating in...
Common Places Drowning Accidents Occur
Did you know that drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional death for young kids ages one to four? It follows only after birth defects. It’s also the second leading cause of death in children ages one to 14 after motor vehicle accidents. Many people don’t talk about drowning accidents and how common they are, but that doesn’t mean they don’t happen. In fact, there are around 3,960 fatal and 8,080 nonfatal drownings each year in the United States. Worldwide, there are approximately 236,000 deaths because of drowning each year. Nonfatal drowning accidents can cause serious health problems. And many children who experience nonfatal drowning are required to have long-term medical treatment. Nonfatal drowning accidents can even cause permanent disability in children. But where do drowning accidents most often occur? And who is at fault for your child’s injury or fatality? Keep reading to learn more about how these devastating incidents can occur, and how you can receive compensation for your child’s drowning incident. Drownings Commonly Occur at Community, School, or Daycare Pools Drowning accidents commonly occur in areas where children should be supervised but may not be. These areas include community pools, school or gym pools, and daycare swimming pools. Because a drowning accident can...
A Multistep Approach to Preventing Drowning in Florida
For as much time as we spend around water, it’s worthwhile to take a structured approach to prevent drowning. Floridians are often envied for the year-round swimming weather that most other Americans can only take advantage of seasonally. Across the state, there are over 1.2 million pools for residents to cool off and relax in as well as thousands of miles of shoreline to access the ocean. With infinite opportunities to enjoy the water comes potential dangers. Florida is among the top five states with the highest incidence of drowning. The good news is that in recent years, Florida has seen a significant decrease in fatal drownings. There are preventative measures that will reduce your risks. Drowning Statistics Over the course of the recent decade, the CDC found that unintentional, non-boat related drownings took the lives of an average of 10 people in the United States per day. In Florida specifically, drowning is the number one cause of injury-related death in children ages one to four. Their natural curiosity draws children to the water. Furthermore, they’re too young to understand how dangerous it can be. Regardless of age, males are more likely to drown than women. Their fatality rate is double. Predictably, most drownings happen during the warmest seasons, spring and summer. This is...
Children’s Swimming Pool Accidents & Injuries
Springtime is less than a month away, and pool parties, swim team meetings, and lazy afternoons by the pool are on the horizon; however, so are the related injuries and accidents, particularly those involving children, that are associated with swimming pools. The Miami Herald explains that Florida tops the list of states with the most child drownings in 2017. Additionally, this articles states that as a nation, drowning is the primary cause of unintentional death in children who are one to four years old. The subject of swimming pool injuries and fatalities dealing with children is a topic that no one likes to broach, but the numbers speak for themselves regarding the importance of educating oneself about this unnerving topic. At The Eberst Law Firm, we would like to educate you regarding how you can best prepare yourself against these types of injuries and provide you with details about these types of accidents, but also be there for you in the event that this unspeakably tragic incident occurs as we are more than prepared to fight for you and investigate all factors of liability. Tips for Keeping Children Safe around Pools Watch Your Children and Avoid Distractions First and foremost, make sure that the adults...