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San Antonio paramedic urges water safety as summer swimming season heats up
By Madalynn Lambert, Santiago Esparza at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
Hot summer days bring kids to pools, rivers and lakes, but those same waters can turn dangerous in seconds, especially for inexperienced swimmers.“Most of the time when we hear a drowning call come in, it’s for the little ones. It’s for your toddlers. It’s your babies,” said Haley Hawkins, a para...
Key takeaway It’s your babies,” said Haley Hawkins, a paramedic with Arcadian Ambulance.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
In Alamo Heights , where summer temperatures often soar, the risk of drowning is a pressing concern for families who frequent local pools, rivers, and lakes. The recent warning from a San Antonio paramedic serves as a crucial reminder for residents to prioritize water safety, especially when it comes to young children. With drowning being a leading cause of accidental death for children under five in Texas, it's imperative that parents and caregivers take proactive steps to prevent such tragedies. The free swim lessons offered by San Antonio's Parks and Recreation Department, starting June 29, provide a valuable resource for families in Alamo Heights to learn essential water safety skills. By taking advantage of these lessons and designating a "water watcher" when near water, residents can help ensure a safer summer swimming season for their children. This proactive approach can help prevent devastating incidents and promote a culture of water safety in the community.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Hot summer days bring kids to pools, rivers and lakes, but those same waters can turn dangerous in seconds, especially for inexperienced swimmers.“Most of the time when we hear a drowning call come in, it’s for the little ones. It’s for your toddlers. It’s your babies,” said Haley Hawkins, a para...
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