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☀️ As temperatures rise, it can be tempting to cool off by entering rivers, canals, lakes or other open water. However, we and our friends at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service wanted to remind people of the danger around it:
Water may look safe, but it can be dangerous. Even in the warm weather, open water in the UK remains cold enough to cause Cold Water Shock.
This will affect even a strong swimmer's ability to control their breathing and swim effectively. 🌊
The dangers of water include:
* Very cold temperatures - even if the air temperature is high
* Hidden currents
* Fast flowing water, beware of locks and weirs
* Deep water, it can be difficult to estimate the depth
* There may be hidden rubbish or debris under the surface that can trap, snag or cut
* It can be difficult to get out, banks can be steep, slimy and crumble away
* No lifeguards, most outdoors waterways do not have lifeguards
* Water pollution may make you ill
If you ever see someone in difficulty, do not enter the water yourself and call 999 immediately. 🆘 🤚🏻 #BeWaterAware #CommunityPolicing 
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