Picture this! The sun is shining and it's hot. Maybe you're thinking about a nice relaxing swim.
想象这样一幅画面!阳光灿烂,天气很热。也许你在想来一次轻松愉快的游泳之旅。
Stop! Swimming outdoors or wild swimming can be fun, but you need to think about a few things first to keep yourself safe.
停!户外游泳或野外游泳可能很有趣,但你需要先思考几件事来保证自己的安全。
No.1 Never go alone. Always go with a trusted adult who can look after you in the water.
1. 不要一个人去游泳。一定要和一个值得信赖的成年人一起去,他可以在水里照顾你。
2. Choose your spot wisely. Make sure you only go to a place that is set aside for swimming.
2. 明智地选择你的目的地。确保你只去一个专门游泳的场所。
Try to find out how deep the water is, what the tide is like and if you're allowed to swim there.
试着弄清楚水有多深,潮水是什么样的,以及你是否获准在那里游泳。
A lifeguarded beach is the safest option.
有救生员的海滩是最安全的选择。
3. Beware of the cold. Even on a very hot day, water in the UK might be really cold.
3. 当心寒冷。即使在非常热的日子里,英国的水也可能非常冷。
This can make it much more difficult for you to swim or even float.
这可能会使你更难游泳,甚至是漂浮。
Get into the water slowly, and if it's too cold, get out.
慢慢下水,如果太冷,就赶紧出来。
No.4 Wear a brightly colored swimming costume or hat. This makes it easier to spot you in the water.
4. 穿戴颜色鲜艳的泳衣或帽子。这样别人会更容易在水中发现你。
5. Float. If you do get into trouble, try not to panic, lie on your back and float, this will give you time to sink.
5. 漂浮。如果你真的遇到了麻烦,尽量不要惊慌,仰面躺着漂浮,这样你在下沉前会有足够的时间。
And finally, make sure you have a way to call for help, the numbers to call are 999 or 112. Happy swimming!
最后,确保你有办法打电话求助,可以拨打的电话号码是999或112。游泳快乐!