(Bangkok Post file photo)Already 327 child drowning deaths this month with October always a dangerous month nationwide for children swimming in ponds & rivers. SAFETYDrowning top killer of kids under 1510/10/2016Post ReportersDrowning is the leading cause of death of Thai children aged under 15 years. While swimming children are prone to being swept away by currents and floods. OCTOBER IS THE DANGEROUS MONTH FOR CHILD DROWNINGSThe number of child drownings peaks in October when there are school breaks. He suggested warning signs and barriers should be erected and children always be supervised when they go swimming.

Source: Bangkok Post October 10, 2016 06:45 UTC