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National drowning statistics and disparities among communities

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Council Member Krishnan presents national drowning statistics and highlights the disparities in swimming abilities and access to swim education among different communities. He emphasizes that drowning is a preventable crisis if sufficient resources are allocated to education and outreach.

  • Over 4,500 people drown annually in the U.S. (2020-2022 data)
  • Drowning is a leading cause of death for children
  • 40 million U.S. adults don't know how to swim
  • Significant disparities exist among African American, Hispanic, and Asian American communities in swimming abilities and access to swim lessons
  • Historically underserved communities have the highest risk of water-related injuries and death