What to Know About Drowning Accidents in Florida

It is important to understand the common causes of drowning accidents in Florida so that you can do your best to prevent them from occurring. Read on and reach out to our skilled Tampa personal injury attorney today to learn more about how we can help you. We are on your side no matter what.

What are the common causes of drowning accidents in Florida?

Recognize that drowning can cause severe brain damage and even death among victims involved. In the state of Florida, there are a number of different ways that these accidents most often occur, including the following:

• Not knowing how to swim: Many times, adults and children do not know how to swim or feel as though they are weak swimmers.
• Missing or ineffective fences around water: Without boundaries, like fencing, young children can easily obtain access to the pool area without their parents’ or supervisor’s knowledge.
• Lack of close supervision: Drowning can occur quickly and quietly wherever there is water, especially in instances where children are unsupervised. It can occur in lakes, oceans, pools, bathtubs, and even where lifeguards are at the scene.
• Location: When it comes to young children, including infants under the age of one, anywhere can be potentially dangerous. However, more than half of drownings among people fifteen years and older occur in natural waters including lakes, rivers, or oceans.
• Not wearing life jackets: You will want to recognize that life jackets can stop drowning from occurring during water activities, specifically boating and swimming.
• Alcohol consumption: This is more common among adolescents and adults, and you should keep in mind that alcohol use is involved in:
  • Up to seventy percent of deaths associated with water entertainment
  • Nearly a quarter of emergency department visits for drowning
  • Almost twenty percent of boating deaths
• Use of drugs and prescription medications: Even some medically prescribed drugs can have outcomes comparable to the consumption of alcohol.

Are drowning accidents common?

Unfortunately, children in the United States between the ages of one to four pass away from drowning more than any other cause of death except birth defects. For children between the ages of one to fourteen, drowning is the second highest cause of unintentional injury death after motor vehicle crashes.

If you or a loved one has been affected by a drowning accident, it is in your best interest to reach out to our firm today to discuss the specifics of your case and any potential legal options. Our legal team will work to hold any responsible party accountable for their negligence. Give us a call today to get started.

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