Why Water Safety Matters

Every year, drowning is a leading cause of accidental death—especially for children under 5. At All Waves Aquatics, safety is at the heart of everything we do.

Children Most at Risk

Drowning is the #1 cause of death for U.S. children ages 1–4.

It’s the #2 cause of unintentional injury death for kids 5–14, after car crashes.

70% of preschool drownings happen under the care of one or both parents.

75% were missing from sight for 5 minutes or less.

Source: CDC, National Safety Council, Orange County Fire Authority

Alarming Numbers

4,000+ fatal drownings yearly in the U.S. = 11 deaths per day

8,000+ nonfatal drownings = 22 per day

1 to 4 nonfatal incidents occur for every drowning death

5,000 children under 14 hospitalized each year

15% die in hospital; 20% suffer permanent brain injury

Source: CDC, Drowning Prevention Foundation, National Safety Council

Every Second Counts

Most children who survive are found within 2 minutes

Most who die are found after 10 minutes

Children who require CPR on arrival often suffer severe brain damage

Drowning injuries can result in lifelong disability

Immediate supervision and swim lessons save lives

Source: CDC, Drowning Prevention Foundation