Memorial Day weekend signals the start of the time of year when people go boating and swimming, so it's a good time to review some water safety tips. Each year, there are nearly 4,000 drownings and another 8,000 water accidents in the U.S., and drowning is the leading cause of death for children. KRLD's Heather Behrens get s some advice from Nayeli Trejos, director of aquatics and public safety at the American Red Cross.

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Memorial Day weekend signals the start of the time of year when people go boating and swimming, so it's a good time to review some water safety tips. Each year, there are nearly 4,000 drownings and another 8,000 water accidents in the U.S., and drowning is the leading cause of death for children. KRLD's Heather Behrens get s some advice from Nayeli Trejos, director of aquatics and public safety at the American Red Cross.
Photo credit: Getty Images

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