Warm weather means sunshine, barbecues, and swimming. However, pool safety shouldn’t be ignored, especially as summer brings unpredictable weather. At Valley Spas & Pools, we offer both in-ground and above-ground pools to help your family and friends kick back in the summer sun. However, we want to help ensure pool owners know how to use them properly. Here, we’ll go over some safety tips that are especially helpful in the heat of summer and its accompanying weather.
Pool Safety Tips for Summertime
Summer is the best time to be outside, but if you’re headed out to the pool, you’ll want to be smart. Here are a few swimming pool safety tips to consider during unpredictable summer weather:
Stay Hydrated
It’s easy to get lost in the fun of splashing around and soaking in the sun’s rays, but drinking enough fluids is important if you want to avoid dehydration. This condition can affect children and adults alike and may result in dizziness, headaches, and general fatigue. These symptoms can lead to medical emergencies on their own, but when paired with a pool, they can lead to serious injury.
Use Sunscreen
While most people use sunscreen when the sun is shining and the temperature is high, people often forget to use it when it’s cloudy or overcast. Sunburns can happen even in cloudy weather, and they can affect your ability to have fun in the sun. Applying sunscreen regularly in sunny or cloudy weather will help prevent sunburns. Water-resistant sunscreens are especially good for those looking to jump in the pool because they are designed to stay on the skin even when wet.
Take Breaks
Spending time in the sun is great, but it can overwhelm your body if you don’t take precautions. Prolonged exposure to the sun can lead to heat stroke and dehydration, which can be dangerous. Taking occasional breaks from the heat in the shade or air conditioning can help your body regulate itself. It’s a great idea for kids who are playing, adults who are doing yard work, or teens lying in lounge chairs.
Check the Forecast
Weather in the Northeast can change quickly from sunny skies to high winds and heavy rain. If you’re going out for a swim, make sure the weather isn’t going to turn ugly anytime soon. It’s also a good idea to consider storage solutions for swimming accessories. You should also have a plan for storing outdoor furniture and objects like umbrellas that may get swept up by strong wind gusts.
Know Your Limits
Summer brings people together, which means you may invite guests over for a party or two. Adult get-togethers may involve alcohol, but while enjoying an adult beverage or two is perfectly fine, you should always drink in moderation when swimming. Alcohol can impair your brain and slow your motor functions, which can lead to accidents that can be easily avoided.
Stay Safe in Your Pool This Summer
If you want to add a pool in your yard or just want a reliable partner for pool maintenance and repairs, turn to the experts at Valley Spas & Pools. We’ll even help you learn all you need to become a responsible pool owner, including offering pool safety advice. We are a family-owned and operated business that has been serving customers in Hamilton, New Jersey, and the surrounding area for over 70 years. This means you can trust our expertise and the reputation we’ve built. Contact us today if you’d like to learn more.
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