The Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS) urges parents to be wary of their children\u2019s whereabouts and activities this spring break.<\/p>\n
This comes as a heatwave sweeps through the region which may lead to cases of heat exhaustion or even worse, heat stroke.<\/p>
\u201cIn these weather conditions, people are advised to stay indoors if possible, keep cool by taking in lots of fluids and wearing light clothing,\u201d said William Ntladi, spokesman for the Ekurhuleni Emergency Services.<\/p>\n
\u201cParents are especially advised to keep an eye on their children and ensure that they are protected from the sun by wearing hats and applying sunscreen.\u201d<\/p>
Those who tackle the heat by taking a dip in the pool are also advised to take precautions.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn terms of water safety, nothing beats adult supervision,\u201d emphasised Ntladi.<\/p>\n
Those utilising public swimming pools should be mindful of the rules at the facility and listen to the instructions of officials on duty at all times.<\/p>\n
Those who are weaker swimmers are also advised to remain in the shallow-end.<\/p>\n
One should test that the depth of the pool is adequate for diving or jumping.<\/p>\n
The hot, dry and windy weather also presents a threat of veld fires, therefore, residents are discouraged from discarding hot cigarette ends out in the open, making fires around dry grass and leaving open flames unmonitored.<\/p>\n
Below are more tips on how to survive the heat wave:<\/p>\n
Parents should follow these pool safety guidelines to keep their children safe:<\/p>\n
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