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ARCHIVED - Eleven drownings on the Coast Blanca in June
Ten of the tragedies took place in Alicante province.
Eleven people lost their lives swimming in the sea and pools in the Valencia region last month, 10 of them in Alicante province.
Given these figures, which mean there were around two drownings a week across the region, the Department of Universal Health and Public Health has warned bathers to take extra precautions over the next few months, and avoid swimming or taking part in water sports where there is no lifeguard service in operation.
"Always respect the warning flags on the beach and avoid bathing alone or if you have consumed alcohol, and as was the case last summer, follow the recommendations determined by the pandemic (such as social distancing)," adds the health department.
The region's Health Emergencies Service (SES) is also advising beach goers and pool users to consider their "physical condition and age" before bathing, and to "avoid over exertion, particularly elderly swimmers".
"Children are the most vulnerable to drowning, so never leave them alone or unattended as the consequences can be fatal," the SES has stressed.
Last year, between June 1 and August 31, there were 42 drownings at beaches, pools and rivers in the Valencia region, "accidents that could be prevented by following the guidelines and safety rules", according to SES; which has also warned that while drowning can be fatal in the worst case scenario, "it can also have serious consequences such as lung or irreversible brain damage".
Anyone who sees a bather in distress should immediately notify a lifeguard, if one is on duty, and call 112.
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