How can kids be safe at the beach?

Safety at the Shoreline The lifeguard cannot babysit your child. The American Red Cross recommends that children up to 5 years old wear US Coast Guard approved life jackets when in or near the water. Don't let your child's feet get buried in wet sand from successive incoming waves.



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Top Things to Know Always swim in a lifeguarded area. Never swim alone, regardless of your age or level of swimming skills. Keep within your fitness and swimming capabilities.

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“You don't want drop-offs, where kids can fall into holes and the water's over their heads.” Look for these spots in protected places like coves. If you don't know the area, find a surf shop and ask them about a child-friendly beach. Put a life jacket on your kids for a little extra security.

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You can bring a baby to the beach at any age.. even when they're a newborn.. as long as you take the necessary precautions. I didn't take my son until he was 5 or 6 months but I've seen other families with newborns. Just make sure they don't overheat.

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Is it safe to take a toddler to the beach? Absolutely! To be sure, we want to offer our toddlers at the beach sufficient shade, sun protection, and water so they stay hydrated and cool. But toddlers love the sand and sea, and with your help will thrive on a beach day.

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Raising Your Family is Easy in Family-Friendly Ocean Beach Good schools, safe neighborhoods, and plenty of activities all top the list. The Bay Area and Ocean Beach provide your family with everything they need and more!

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25 Tips for a Better Beach Day With Your Kids
  1. Go early—or go late. Either get up and at 'em (here's to iced coffee and pastries in the car!) ...
  2. Master the art of sunscreen. ...
  3. Use your phone. ...
  4. Build your own oasis. ...
  5. Pack a handheld rain umbrella. ...
  6. Treat your car like a desert island. ...
  7. Skip the chairs. ...
  8. Discover Turkish towels.


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Sea Level Rise The global warming caused by the rise in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is the main trigger for the sea-level rise in recent decades. The rising global temperatures are melting the ice caps at the poles leading to the increase in the water level in the sea. Beaches are threatened by sea level rise.

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Our top tips for a fun (and safe) day at the beach this summer
  • Bring sunscreen (and reapply often) Too much sun could put a pause on your fun. ...
  • Wear a hat and sunglasses. ...
  • Throw some shade. ...
  • Keep your food cold. ...
  • Read the signs. ...
  • Look before you leap. ...
  • Be safe in the sand. ...
  • Keep an eye on the sky.


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An unapproved devices can slide off, pop, or float a child face down. Water wings can actually slide off and even trap a drowning child underwater. With any device a child can easily float away and into deep water.

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