May is National Water Safety Month: Beat The Heat and Stay Safe This Summer with 5 Key Tips from the YMCA of the Palm Beaches Aquatic Center in Lake Worth Beach

As South Florida temperatures continue to rise, many people turn to the water as a way to beat the heat. While this can be fun and refreshing, the YMCA of the Palm Beaches wants to remind everyone to stay hydrated and safe around the water this summer.  According to the Florida Department of Health, Palm Beach County ranked 2nd highest in the state for unintentional drownings in 2023, with 32 reported. As the nation’s leading swimming instructor, the YMCA encourages residents to take safety around water