• Latest
Respect the Water

Respect the Water

6 years ago
Tropical Weather Outlook: Monday, 8 August 2022 (8 am)

Tropical Weather Outlook: Monday, 8 August 2022 (8 am)

15 hours ago
Spicemas 2022 Groovy Monarch, Soca Monarch and Panorama results

Spicemas 2022 Groovy Monarch, Soca Monarch and Panorama results

20 hours ago
Tropical Weather Outlook: Monday, 8 August 2022 (2 am)

Tropical Weather Outlook: Monday, 8 August 2022 (2 am)

21 hours ago
Tropical Weather Outlook: Sunday, 7 August 2022 (2 pm)

Tropical Weather Outlook: Sunday, 7 August 2022 (2 pm)

1 day ago
Terra D Governor takes Soca Monarch crown

Crayve crowned Groovy Monarch 

2 days ago
STAR Intervention Programme brings out best in RGPF

St Lucia seeks true emancipation on Emancipation Day 2022

2 days ago
Recruits from Grenada join Royal St Christopher and Nevis Police Force

PM Dickon Mitchell congratulates newly elected PM of St Kitts and Nevis

2 days ago
Terra D Governor takes Soca Monarch crown

Terra D Governor takes Soca Monarch crown

2 days ago
Claims of coronavirus at SGU designed to create fear and panic

Covid-19 update: Grenada Dashboard 6 August 2022

2 days ago
Tropical Weather Outlook: Sunday, 7 August 2022 (8 am)

Tropical Weather Outlook: Sunday, 7 August 2022 (8 am)

2 days ago
Tropical Weather Outlook: Sunday, 7 August 2022 (2 am)

Tropical Weather Outlook: Sunday, 7 August 2022 (2 am)

2 days ago
Tobago, Grenada discuss cultural partnerships

Tobago, Grenada discuss cultural partnerships

3 days ago
NOW Grenada
  • Front Page
  • Categories
    • General News
      • All
      • Agriculture & Fisheries
      • Arts & Culture
      • Business
      • Education
      • Environment
      • Health
      • History
      • Lifestyle
      • Law
      • Politics
      • Technology
      • Travel & Tourism
      • Weather
      • Youth
    • Sports
      • All
      • Athletics
      • Cricket
      • Football
      • Watersports
    • Community
      • All
      • Tribute
    • Crime
    • Features
      • All
      • Today in History
    • Opinion/Commentary
    • Press Releases
      • All
      • Advertisements
      • Notices
  • Video
  • Notices & Vacancies
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
  • Front Page
  • Categories
    • General News
      • All
      • Agriculture & Fisheries
      • Arts & Culture
      • Business
      • Education
      • Environment
      • Health
      • History
      • Lifestyle
      • Law
      • Politics
      • Technology
      • Travel & Tourism
      • Weather
      • Youth
    • Sports
      • All
      • Athletics
      • Cricket
      • Football
      • Watersports
    • Community
      • All
      • Tribute
    • Crime
    • Features
      • All
      • Today in History
    • Opinion/Commentary
    • Press Releases
      • All
      • Advertisements
      • Notices
  • Video
  • Notices & Vacancies
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
NOW Grenada
No Result
View All Result

Respect the Water

This story was posted 6 years ago
15 December 2016
in Notice, Watersports
2 min. read
Share

The RGPF is urging the public to adhere to the rules and regulations that govern water activities, be mindful of the dangers of water and take the necessary measures to safeguard their personal safety, and that of others when engaging in activities that involve the use of water this Festive Season.

Persons are reminded that at this time of the year the sea has a tendency to be rough, and with that in mind, persons are encouraged to adopt best practices.

Boat operators and fishermen are encouraged to ensure boating safety rules or precautions have not been overlooked or forgotten, be weather wise, be familiar with the area that they are fishing in, always consider safety factors as well as be adequately prepared for any possibility whilst out at sea.

Sea bathers/swimmers are advised to check the weather before going to the beach, be extra cautious when swimming in the sea, scan the water carefully before entering, always keep an eye out for rip currents especially around the coastline, keep an eye on the waves, and avoid areas where there is a strong backwash.

Parents/Guardians are advised to engage children in talks on water safety, never leave children unattended in or around large bodies of water, remember that children using noodles and other flotation devices must be properly supervised, and be mindful that even a small inflatable pool or bucket full of water is a potential danger for children.

If a child is missing, check the water first, as every second counts in preventing drowning or permanent disability.

Children should also be taught to always ask permission to go near the water.

Other safety advice includes swimming only in the designated areas, obeying instructions/directions from lifeguards, avoid swimming immediately after a big meal or while intoxicated, as well as refrain from diving into shallow seawater. It is also important to always have a designated water watcher who is responsible for keeping track of everyone at the beach or pool and to avoid swimming alone — instead, use the buddy system. Moreover, knowing CPR is a skill that can mean the difference between survival and the death of a victim who almost drowned.

With the 2016 Carriacou Parang Festival on the horizon, the RGPF is also making a special appeal to persons intending to make that journey from mainland Grenada to do so through the safest possible means.

Persons are encouraged to adopt best safety practices, and avoid risking their lives and that of others with the overcrowding of small crafts, and use only boats that are designed to withstand the rigours of rough seas travel.

If in doubt, opt out.

Office of Commissioner of Police

NOW Grenada is not responsible for the opinions, statements or media content presented by contributors. In case of abuse, click here to report.
Tags: boatcarriacouchristmasdrownfishermenparangpersonal safetypoliceprecautionrgpfsafetywater
Next Post
Former Corporal sentenced to 15 years behind bars

Former Corporal sentenced to 15 years behind bars

© NOW Grenada. All Rights Reserved. Published by Aqua Design Inc. | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy

No Result
View All Result
  • Front Page
  • Categories
    • General News
      • All
      • Agriculture & Fisheries
      • Arts & Culture
      • Business
      • Education
      • Environment
      • Health
      • History
      • Lifestyle
      • Law
      • Politics
      • Technology
      • Travel & Tourism
      • Weather
      • Youth
    • Sports
      • All
      • Athletics
      • Cricket
      • Football
      • Watersports
    • Community
      • All
      • Tribute
    • Crime
    • Features
      • All
      • Today in History
    • Opinion/Commentary
    • Press Releases
      • All
      • Advertisements
      • Notices
  • Video
  • Notices & Vacancies
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us

Copyright NOW Grenada

We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website.

You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings. Visit our Privacy Policy | Terms of Use.

Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful. Visit our Privacy Policy | Terms of Use.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings.

If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again.