TAKE A BREAK
DIVE INTO SUMMER SAFETY! Essential Pool Tips to Protect Your Family It's likely that at some point this summer, you and your family will find yourself making a splash in one of Cleveland's many beautiful pools. And while swimming is a great way to cool off and enjoy time with your family, it can also be dangerous. In 2022 alone, Ohio saw 58 drownings, with more than half being children under 5 years old. So if you and your family plan to dip in a pool this summer — public or private — here are a few essential things we recommend you do to stay safe.
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FISHING FOURTH
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GRILLED STEAK SALAD WITH PEACHES
NEVER LEAVE A CHILD UNATTENDED. Children can drown in just 20 seconds, so you must never leave a child alone in a pool. If you have to use the bathroom, grab a snack, or even run to get a towel, have your child step out of the pool and wait for you to return. Or, if you trust another adult nearby, you can ask them to watch your children until you return. TEACH CHILDREN TO STAY AWAY FROM DRAINS. A pool uses its drains to suck water and debris into it to stay clean. If a child swims too close, the drain can suck their hair, clothing, jewelry, or even limbs inside, trapping them at the bottom of the pool. This is especially important for younger children who may not be strong enough to break from the suction's pull. The best practice is to teach your kids never to swim near drains. HAVE POOL RULES. Most public pools have rules posted for everyone to see, and they usually include things like no diving, running, or jumping. But it's also essential that your family has a set of their own pool rules, so your child understands that no matter where they are, there are certain things they must do to stay safe. Some great family pool rules are:
This summer salad is both hearty and healthy!
Inspired by Delish.com
INGREDIENTS:
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1 lb skirt steak, fat trimmed 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
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Black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 large lemon, juiced 6 cups baby arugula
1 tbsp light brown sugar
1 tbsp vegetable oil
2 ripe peaches, thinly sliced 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese or feta
Kosher salt
1. In a large resealable plastic bag or baking dish, combine steak, vinegar, garlic, and brown sugar. Marinate 20 minutes at room temperature. 2. Remove steak from marinade, coat with vegetable oil, and season generously with salt and pepper. 3. On a grill or pan set to high heat, cook steak until desired doneness. Rest 5–10 minutes, then thinly slice against the grain. 4. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil and lemon juice to make dressing. Season with salt and pepper. 5. In a large serving bowl, add arugula, peaches, blue cheese or feta, and steak. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss. DIRECTIONS:
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No swimming without an adult. Always swim with a buddy.
• No pushing, shoving, or roughhousing in or around a pool. • Wait at least 30 minutes after eating before swimming.
Finally, as a parent or guardian, learning CPR is a good idea before taking your family near any body of water this summer because when drownings occur, bystanders are often the first to provide life-saving aid before help arrives. You can find many free or low-cost courses by searching “CPR Courses Near Me” online!
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