00:01Firefighters are warning people to take extra care around open water as hot weather continues.
00:07The warnings coincide with the beginning of the school holidays.
00:10The London Fire Brigade says rivers, lakes and reservoirs can hide serious dangers including strong currents and sudden changes in
00:19depth.
00:19It says children and young people are especially at risk when cooling off.
00:23Crews are urging anyone who gets into difficulty to remember the float to live advice and regain control of their
00:30breathing.
00:31The fire service says swimming should only happen in suitable areas with safety measures in place.
00:37More than 100 accidental drownings have been recorded in London since 2020.
