Doctors are warning that drowning is a significant threat to children, particularly those between the ages of 1 and 4. In this age group, drowning is the leading cause of death.

For older children, between 5 and 14 years old, drowning is also a major concern, ranking as one of the top causes of death. The risk varies by ethnicity, with certain groups facing a higher danger.

Further information on this issue is available from the American Academy of Pediatrics, which has issued a warning about the dangers of drowning.