Summer Water Safety Saves Lives

(Park Hills, MO) Health experts with the St. Francois County Health Department reminds you when include lakes and rivers in your summer activities there are many precautions you should take prior to heading out. An Environmental Public Health Specialist, and Public Heath Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for the department, Don Kleinberg, if you plan on swimming, try to learn the area first and be prepared.

Kleinberg adds it's also a good idea to be sure and take a friend along in case of emergencies.