Family of 5-year-old who drowned urging drowning prevention

Family pushes for pool safety reform after daughter's drowning death

The family of 5-year-old Thamar Esperance is calling for stricter pool safety laws after she drowned in an unfenced construction-site pool in Apopka in 2021.

Family of 5-year-old who drowned urging drowning prevention

May is National Water Safety Month. One Orange County family is sharing their story about losing a child to drowning.

Ahead of pool season, Columbus officials warn of water safety

May is National Water Safety Month, and as summer nears, the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department is urging residents to practice water safety.

Super Bowl champion Shaq Barrett speaks out on water safety after tragic loss

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Super Bowl champion Shaq Barrett spoke at the Glazer Children's Museum on Tuesday about water safety. Barrett's family went through tragedy in 2023 when his 2-year-old daughter, Arrayah, drowned in the family's pool. WATCH: Man accused of stealing luxury yacht surrounded by Florida deputies Since then, he has been advocating for water safety. His speech at the children's museum came during National Water Safety Month. …

Hillsboro twin brothers create social media challenge to prevent childhood drownings

John and Ethan Sommers promote water safety with viral challenge and fundraiser to support swim lessons for kids.

Super Bowl champion Shaquil Barrett urges water safety after losing daughter in accidental drowning

Two years after his daughter tragically died in a drowning accident, Super Bowl champion Shaquil Barrett spoke about the importance of water safety to parents and kids on Tuesday.