Kazakhstan Water Safety Campaign: 843 Drownings in Four Years

Kazakhstan Drowning Deaths Prompt Water Safety Campaign Summer in Kazakhstan brings joy, but also a tragic toll. Over the past four years, 843 people have drowned, including 260 children, according to a recent public awareness campaign. The campaign, highlighted in a short animated video, urges citizens to take precautions near water. "The numbers are alarming," said a spokesperson for the campaign. "We want to remind everyone about simple safety measures that can save lives." The video stresses the importance of swimming only in designated areas with lifeguards, never leaving children unattended near water, and avoiding alcohol before swimming. It also warns against risky behavior and dares. The campaign aims to reduce drowning incidents through education and awareness. The campaign's message is clear: let's make summer fun, not tragic.