Selectman Ray Moritz said the rules banning floats are there for people’s protection, since many inflatable devices are not safe. “We don’t want to open it up to any inflatable device,” he said, “but we are going to look at possible changes to the ordinance that would allow it if it’s a medically approved device. Hopefully, it will be in place before next season.”DeLeon said her pediatrician had approved use of the Otteroo float, which circles the child’s head, keeping it above the water. She said Lila, at 3 years old, is too heavy to support by holding her in the water, and the float allows her to be more independent. Some professionals have raised objections to such floats, saying it gives parents a false sense of security, so they are not as diligent about supervising the child, who might go underwater.

Source: Daily Sun September 22, 2017 07:41 UTC