Govt warns of increasing drowning risks as summer nearsA child learns how to stay afloat during a demonstration highlighting World Drowning Prevention Day at the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organisation swimming pool in July 2023. Pattarapong ChatpattarasillThe government has warned of rising drowning risks during the summer months after data showed nearly 1,000 people die each year. Airin Phanrit, deputy government spokeswoman, said Thailand records the highest number of drowning incidents between March and May. Overall, 76.5% of drowning victims died, reflecting how quickly and severely such incidents occur, making prevention the top priority, she said. The warning came as two boys drowned on Saturday in separate river and canal incidents while playing during the school holiday.

Source: Bangkok Post March 09, 2026 00:25 UTC