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Will Symons

'People don't understand the dangers' - experts offer open water safety advice after almost 200 fatal accidents in the UK

Open water swimmers in the River Stort, UK.

Authorities in England have urged people to respect open water and avoid dangerous situations after multiple deaths in water-related accidents last year.

Data from the National Water Safety Forum reveals that there were 193 fatal accidents in 2024, most taking place in inland waters, including rivers, lakes, reservoirs, canals, and quarries.

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