Water Safety: The Color of Your Child’s Swimsuit Plays a Role

The color of your child's swimsuit can significantly impact their safety in water, according to water safety experts. Bright, contrasting colors like neon yellow, orange, pink, and red enhance visibility, making it easier for lifeguards and parents to spot children quickly in emergencies. Light blue, gray, and green swimsuits blend with water and surroundings, reducing visibility.

Alive Solutions' tests confirm neon colors are most visible in pools and lakes. Experts emphasize that while bright swimsuits aid in visibility, effective supervision and other safety measures are essential. Dr. Maneesha Agarwal from Emory University underscores the importance of multi-layered water safety strategies to prevent drownings. Read more from CNN here.