Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego

06/02/2026

Join us for some TACOS in June and July from The Fish Shop 💙

This June and July, every Elote Taco does a little more. 🌮🌊

A portion of proceeds from each Elote Taco sold will support local Junior Lifeguard programs and drowning prevention initiatives throughout San Diego County.

Good food. Good cause.

06/02/2026

We’re excited to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Swimming Pool tomorrow! 💙

This pool has long been an important community resource, providing opportunities for recreation, swim lessons, water safety education, and access to the life-saving skill of swimming.

PDFSD is proud to support efforts that expand access to swim lessons and water safety education throughout San Diego County and help keep children and families safer in and around the water.

Join the City of San Diego Parks & Recreation Department and community partners as we celebrate this exciting milestone and welcome families back to the pool.

📅 June 3, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Swimming Pool
6401 Skyline Drive, San Diego, CA 92114

We look forward to seeing you there!

05/29/2026

Summer is almost here, and San Diego's lifeguards are preparing for another busy beach season.

As more families head to the coast, now is a great time to review beach safety, swim near a staffed lifeguard tower, and keep a close eye on children around the water.

Thank you to our lifeguards for the important work they do to help keep our beaches safe all summer long.

Read more in the San Diego Union-Tribune article below.

https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/05/28/lifeguards-at-already-busy-la-jolla-beaches-get-ready-for-summer/

Lt. John Maher reports 90,836 preventive acts, 367 water rescues, 358 cases of medical aid and 203 stingray stings locally this year through May 27

05/29/2026

Water Safety Tip #5
CPR WITH RESCUE BREATHS 🎯
Caption:�In a water emergency, every second matters.
CPR with rescue breaths can save a life while waiting for help to arrive.
Learn it. Practice it. Be ready.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who served our country 🇺🇸

As families gather near the water this holiday weekend, please stay safe, stay alert, and look out for one another.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day💙

05/22/2026

Water Safety Tip #4
WEAR A LIFE JACKET 🎯
Life jackets save lives. Every time.
Whether on a boat, dock, or open water, wear a properly fitted life jacket.
Set the example. Make it the norm.

05/21/2026

Heading to the beach or pool this Memorial Day weekend? Please remember to stay safe around the water 💙

Rip currents can happen quickly and are often difficult to spot. If caught in a rip current:
• Flip onto your back
• Float and stay calm
• Follow the current and swim parallel to shore when able

Always swim near a lifeguard, never swim alone, and know your limits.

Wishing everyone a fun and safe holiday weekend.

05/21/2026

PDFSD was honored to attend the Champs for Camp event at the Copley-Price Family YMCA and accept the Foundation Benefactor Award in support of drowning prevention and water safety efforts across San Diego County 💙

The YMCA of San Diego County has been an incredible partner in expanding access to swim lessons and water safety education for local youth.

Together, we have helped provide the life-saving skill of swim lessons to more than 2,299 youth across 9 YMCA locations throughout San Diego County.

Together, we are making a difference and helping keep kids safer in and around the water.

05/16/2026

Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day 💛

Today we were out in the community celebrating water safety with amazing students from Bell Middle School at City Heights Pool, along with great moments at the YMCA of San Diego.

A fun day with an important reminder… life jackets save lives. Whether you are at the pool, lake, or beach, wear it and set the example.

05/15/2026

TODAY is Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day ⭐‼

📸 Snap a photo, wear your life jacket, and help us spread the word about water safety.

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Because drowning is fast, silent, and preventable. Let’s work together to save lives.💙