'It's Deadly': The Risks of Drowning and Knowing How to Save a Life

Six states face severe flooding, drivers warned of drowning risk

The NWS issued a number of flood warnings and watches ahead of more severe weather.

'It's deadly': The risks of drowning and knowing how to save a life

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Local first responders would like people to know what to do in case of a drowning. Austin Public Health said an average of 14 people a year die by drowning in Travis County. Between 2007 and 2016, a total of 140 deaths happened due to unintentional drowning. Half of them were in natural bodies of water -- like creeks, lakes or rivers -- while 25% of them were in swimming pools. It's why first responders are highlighting the life…