Summer is the peak season for swimming and drowning incidents, particularly affecting children and young people aged 1 to 24. In 2022, 4,810 drowning deaths were reported in the EU, a decrease from 2021. France had the highest fatalities, followed by Germany, Poland, and Romania. Drowning risks are higher for men and among minority ethnic or migrant groups. The WHO emphasizes drowning as a preventable cause of death and recommends various safety measures. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)