Enjoy the beach - but stay safe

As Australia braces for an increasingly hot summer, there are concerns about ongoing drowning deaths.

Beachgoers are seen at Maroubra Beach, Sydney, Australia, Saturday, December 16, 2023. Scorching temperatures could place pressure on the energy grid as households and businesses are asked to reduce non-essential power use as much as possible. (AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts) Source: AAP / DAN HIMBRECHTS/AAPIMAGE

An Australian El Nino summer is characterised by hot, dry days, with many flocking to beaches and pools to escape the heat.

But with that comes a greater risk of drowning deaths.

Since the start of summer this year, there have already been 21 drowning deaths recorded across the country - that's three more than recorded on the same date last year.

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