The Interior Ministry is reminding the public that approximately 90% of drownings occur when no lifeguard is present, and urges swimming only at declared beaches during lifeguard hours, according to a public safety announcement.
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The Ministry of Interior is reminding the public about beach safety, noting that 90% of drownings occur when no lifeguard is present. The advisory calls for swimming only at declared beaches during lifeguard hours, and to heed flag warnings and sea conditions.
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