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    Team Lylah - Drowning Prevention

    A tribute to 3-year-old Lylah Grace Bardwell, who joyfully lived life before tragically drowning in her family pool.
    Designated Water Watcher Badge: Front and Back
    Designated Water Watcher Badge: Front and Back
    In the News 

    Bradenton family shares story of child drowning to spread awareness and prevention (abcactionnews.com)

    Avoid Drowning During the Holidays – Telemundo Tampa (49) (telemundo49.com)

    Spring break beach safety advice for Florida families | Bradenton Herald

    Manatee EMS urge water safety to avoid spring break drownings | wtsp.com

    The safety of our community is of upmost importance to us. Please take a look at the basics of pool safety from Manatee.org as well as our Fire & Life Safety FAQs.
    Three happy kids wearing swim goggles at a pool, smiling and posing playfully near the edge.

    Stay safe in the water!!! 

    Click to see helpful tips from John Hopkins All Children's Hospital

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