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If in doubt, stay out. There is always tomorrow!⁠ If you are not feeling up for it, or the weather is a bit meh. Save it for another day. ⁠ ⁠ Just because it’s a nice sunny day, it doesn’t mean the water is safe. Check the marine forecast and what the tide is doing. ⁠ ⁠ Remember your own abilities can also change! Never overestimate your ability at the beach, our coastlines, rivers, lakes, streams, and pools. ⁠ ⁠ Jumping and diving in a river can be fun but can also be dangerous. The river changes every day. You need to check out your jump or dive spot EVERY DAY before you start having fun. ⁠ ⁠ Every summer, an average of one New Zealander will drown every three days. ⁠ ⁠ Following safety basics saves lives. Learn more: watersafetynz.org/staying-safe ⁠ Five ways to survive ⁠ New Zealand’s Water Safety Code:⁠ • Know how to float⁠ • Find the safest place⁠ • If in doubt, stay out⁠ • Take care of yourself and others⁠ • Know how to get help