Swim safely during the holidays

Take these ten tips into consideration before dipping into the pool.

South Africa’s festive season is known for being hot since it is in the summer season, it is also a time when families can enjoy a picnic around the pool to cool off.

The following are tips that can be followed to stay safe around the pool:

Safety numbers:

City of Johannesburg Emergency Connect: Fire, ambulance: 10 177

A 24-hour emergency service relating to all life-threatening situations, including ambulances, fire engines and Metro police.

Phone: 011 375 5911

Life Brenthurst Clinic: 011 647 9000; 4 Park Lane, Parktown
Park Lane Hospital: 011 480 4000; Corner Junction Avenue and Park Lane, Parktown

Milpark Hospital: 011 480 5600; 9 Guild Road, Parktown West

Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital: 011 488 4911; 17 Jubilee Road, Parktown

Hatzolah Medical Rescue: 0860 100 101

Emer-G-Med EMS: 086 100 7911.

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