STAY SAFE NEAR WATER

On Wednesday 27th May we patrolled around Fishponds Road Keston and had to move on five children swimming in the lake. We appreciate it's tempting in this current heatwave but as you may be aware nine children have died swimming in open water during this time.

Also, local by-laws prohibit any bathing, wading or washing in any ornamental lake, pond, stream or other water.   

In this warm weather it can be tempting to swim in the lakes and rivers around London. At this time of year water is still very cold and there can be unseen dangers beneath the surface. 

The RNLI gives advice on staying safe which can be found at https://rnli.org/safety. 

Unfortunately emergency services have to deal with a number of tragic accidents every year where people lose their lives in our inland rivers and lakes – please keep your self and children safe by staying out of open water unless there are lifeguards in place.