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Migrants have the highest number of drownings in Australia, with 21 deaths in December: Explainer 28 December

Beachgoers at Bondi Beach Sydney during the heatwave

Beachgoers at Bondi Beach Sydney during the heatwave Source: AAP

As Australia braces for an increasingly hot summer, there are concerns about ongoing drowning deaths. According to Royal Lifesaving Australia's Fatal Drowning Toll, there have already been 21 deaths recorded since December 1, and now swim safety experts share their tips for staying safe in the water. Today's SBS Sinhala 'Current Affair Explainer brings you more on this situation


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