The citizens of Marana recognize the vital role that swimming and aquatic-related activities can play in maintaining good physical and mental health and in enhancing the quality of life for all people.
Developing physical skills related to water safety is essential to preventing drowning and water-related injuries because it prepares individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to best respond to a water-related emergency.
Understanding and adhering to research- proven strategies regarding water safety can save lives, including constant and capable supervision, restricting access to water, using life jackets, swimming lessons for adults and children and rapid emergency response, such as CPR.
The citizens of Marana understand the essential role that education regarding the topic of water safety plays in preparing for drowning response, drowning prevention and recreational water-related injuries.
During the month of May, the Town of Marana' s Splash Savvy campaign, in collaboration with state and local governments, community organizations, and private citizens, will engage communities throughout Arizona in a coordinated and comprehensive response. To learn more about Splash Savvy, click here.
The Mayor and the Marana Town Council declare May 2021 as, “Water Safety Month" and urge all communities and citizens of Arizona to participate in efforts to reduce drowning risk by preparing themselves and their families in the proper water safety response procedures that help to protect and save lives.
