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Officials warn ocean users to keep alert in wake of recent drownings

By Gordon Y.K. Pang

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, May 29, 2012

~~<p>With summer nearly upon us, county lifeguards are reminding swimmers and other ocean enthusiasts to follow some simple but often ignored nuggets of advice: Don't swim alone. Swim in areas with lifeguards. Consult lifeguards about conditions. Don't panic.</p>
<p>The number of ocean drownings statewide appears to be in the range of previous years.</p>
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With summer nearly upon us, county lifeguards are reminding swimmers and other ocean enthusiasts to follow some simple but often ignored nuggets of advice: Don't swim alone. Swim in areas with lifeguards. Consult lifeguards about conditions. Don't panic.

The number of ocean drownings statewide appears to be in the range of previous years. Login for more...



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