Kelly Carter, chief executive officer of the Lifesaving Society's Alberta and Northwest Territories chapter, said there's been an increase in drownings this year, likely due to changes in behaviour triggered by the pandemic. Carter said outdoor bodies of water carry unknown dangers, like currents, and are exposured to unpredictable changes in weather. 67 deaths since 2016Between January 2016 and July 2020, there were 67 drowning deaths in Alberta, according to the RCMP. Presumed and confirmed drownings in Alberta this summer include:Reduce risks on the waterCarter said it's important to realize that drowning does not discriminate. To reduce the risks of drowning and promote water-safety, the RCMP asks Albertans to remember the following:

Source: CBC News August 11, 2020 00:45 UTC