In the hot season, the demand for swimming and water entertainment increases sharply. At My Khe beach, Tinh Khe commune, Quang Ngai province, the number of people flocking here every day is very large. The bustling atmosphere leads to the risk of unsafety, especially drowning when rescue conditions are limited.
Reality has recorded many tragic incidents. The main reasons stem from lack of skills, subjectivity when going into the water, or swimming outside a safe area. People who are not familiar with the sea and do not follow instructions often face higher risks.
In My Khe, the management force is thin, and facilities do not meet the needs. The warning system is degraded, the watchtowers are damaged, and the loudspeaker is not working, making it difficult to remind them. Meanwhile, the number of bathers is increasing, putting great pressure on rescue work.
Local authorities have implemented many solutions. Safe swimming areas are buoyed and clearly zoned. Rescue equipment is supplemented, and the warning system is gradually being remedied. Propaganda work is strengthened to raise people's and tourists' awareness.
Not only in Quang Ngai, in Da Nang, drowning incidents have also continuously occurred in rivers, streams, and seas. Many cases are students, young children who lack supervision or situation handling skills. Some dangerous areas, although warning signs have been placed, there are still violators.
Functional forces are strengthening patrols and inspections, requiring tourist destinations with water surface elements to ensure safety conditions. Dangerous areas are reviewed, and warnings and barriers are added when necessary.
However, the fundamental solution is still awareness. People need to comply with regulations, only bathe in safe areas with rescue. Children must be supervised by adults. Families and schools need to equip swimming skills and drowning prevention skills.
Proactive prevention is the most effective way to minimize accidents. Each individual not being subjective, each family paying due attention will contribute to maintaining safety in the summer.
