Know the dangers of the sea and how to protect yourself

China's drowning trend

In recent years, as the number of lifeguards and public safety awareness have risen, drowning deaths in China have fallen year after year.

Although the number of drowning incidents has dropped, it still demands serious attention.

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A rip current is a strong, narrow flow of water moving away from shore — the leading cause of beach drownings.

How to escape a rip current

1. Stay calm; don't fight the current
2. Swim parallel to the shore to get out of the current
3. Once free of the current, swim back toward shore
4. If you're exhausted, float and call for help

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Jellyfish stings are the most common marine-life injury on China's beaches, accounting for over 60% of all marine-life injuries.

What to do after a jellyfish sting

1. Get out of the water immediately
2. Don't touch the stung area with bare hands
3. Rinse with seawater, not fresh water
4. Scrape off any remaining tentacles with a card
5. If breathing difficulty or a severe allergic reaction occurs, seek medical care immediately

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Before you go in

1. Only swim at beaches with lifeguards
2. Check the day's sea conditions and weather forecast
3. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
4. Tell someone your swimming plans

While in the water

1. Don't swim alone
2. Watch the flag signals — a red flag means danger
3. Don't swim when tired or after drinking alcohol
4. Watch your footing; avoid stepping on jellyfish or sea urchins

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