Health Tip: Watch Children Near Pool Drains

(HealthDay News) -- Parents should always supervise children closely in and around pools. Drains can be particularly dangerous.

The PoolSafely.gov website suggests:

• Tell children they should never play near drains or suction outlets.
• Never allow children to get into a pool or spa tub with a loose, broken or missing drain cover.
• Bathing suits, limbs, hair and jewelry can become trapped in pool drains.
• Always locate the emergency vacuum shutoff before anyone gets into a spa tub.