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"Every summer, Australians look for ways to cool down. Millions of us head to
the beach. Those inland head for rivers, waterholes and waterfalls. But cooling
off comes with risks, from dangerous rips in the ocean to hidden logs in
rivers.
In recent years, a surprising number of people have died at waterfalls and
waterholes. These natural spectacles have hidden dangers, from slippery rocks
to unexpected currents, to turbulent water.
While many of us know about the risks of drowning in the ocean, rivers are
actually more deadly. Over the last 22 years, slightly more people have drowned
in rivers and creeks than any other body of water. The drowning figures from
2022–23 show 76 people died in rivers and creeks, compared to 75 at beaches.
Every drowning death leaves a trail of grief. Here’s what you can do to stay
safe."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
