Topic: water safety

Cayman has one of the highest drowning rates in the world, according to a data research project involving the Coroner’s office, local doctors and the Royal Lifesaving Society.

The Flowers family's love of the sea is well-known having hosted the Cayman Islands' signature swimming event - Flowers Sea Swim for more than three decades and now they are taking that passion for the ocean to local schools through an innovative initiative.

New regulations, including penalties for 'boating under the influence'. are being contemplated amid concerns of reckless behaviour on the water.

Trained lifeguards could soon be mandatory at resorts and beaches across the Cayman Islands in an effort to reduce the number of drownings on the islands.

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Today's editorial cartoon

Today's editorial cartoon.

Like their notorious counterparts on two wheels, antisocial operators of personal watercraft are turning Cayman’s coastlines into speedways, threatening lives and interfering with others on (and under) the water.

Snorkelers can greatly reduce their chances of encountering difficulty by taking some common-sense precautions.