Drowning Prevention Week: Carol Discusses the Risks of Open Water

As Drowning Prevention Week raises awareness of water safety, we’re sharing a recent discussion from Carol about the dangers that can exist in rivers, lakes and reservoirs.

The topic was prompted by new statistics published by RoSPA, which revealed that inland water drownings overtook coastal drownings in England for the first time in 2025. The figures highlight the growing risks associated with rivers, lakes and reservoirs, particularly during periods of warm weather.

Sadly, since the report was published, there have already been further fatal incidents involving young people in inland waters, underlining the importance of understanding the risks and knowing how to stay safe.

In the discussion, Carol talks about cold water shock, the increasing number of inland water incidents and the simple “Phone, Float, Throw” advice that could help save a life in an emergency.

Listen to the full discussion below.