Officials urge Calgarians to play it safe on the water this summer (opens original article in a new tab)

Calgary officials are reminding residents to prioritize safety on the city's rivers this summer, highlighting avoidable risks and contributing factors to water incidents.

• Calgary officials urge residents to take safety precautions on the Bow and Elbow rivers this summer.
• July sees the highest number of water rescues according to Calgary Fire officials.
• Three factors contribute to water-related fatalities: not wearing a life jacket, cold water exposure, and impairment.