Swimming

A favorite amenity of many resort hotels has come under fire with good reason from social media.

The presence of bacteria in unsafe amounts has closed all but two of Louisiana's twenty-four coastal recreational beaches for swimmers.

The nationwide event set for Thursday seeks to promote water safety among all ages. Louisiana currently ranks 4th for drownings per capita nationwide.

If you really want to enjoy something "cool," how about a trip west to Vinton and a visit to Cajun Oasis RV Resort.

Since May is National Water Safety month the Louisiana Department of Health has issued a warning to parents and families to stay aware of the many precautions they can take to prevent child drownings.

Becca Meyers, a six-time Paralympic medalist who is also deaf and blind has made the tough decision to miss the Tokyo Paralympics due to new covid protocols that will not allow her Personal Care Assistant to attend the games with her.

Everyone you know, including yourself, should be at least mildly proficient at most of these skills

The CDC's warning was internet gold over the holiday weekend

This 12-year old torpedo turning in times that would blow older and more seasoned athletes out of the water

Taking a vacation during the time of a global pandemic can be a dangerous task.

Swimmers and bathers in Louisiana are being cautioned about waterborne dangers that aren't just confined to the state's beaches.

If you're planning a beach trip make sure you know which beaches are the safest options for you and your family.

Higher than usual water levels could pose a risk for swimmers in Louisiana this Memorial Day Weekend.

There simply isn't enough free chlorine to take care of your nastiness and the naturally occurring microorganisms that appear in pools.

You might be surprised at how much urine is in every swimming pool in America this summer. Or maybe you don't want to know...

Double red flags were posted yesterday and should remain for a couple of days from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in Alabama all the way to Panama City Beach, Florida

This is worse than a large lad in a Speedo. Warning: Those with weak stomachs should not look.

It's a common sense warning from the CDC but it is one you'll want to make sure your children understand.

Some people seem to think it's okay to pee in a pool because the chlorine will kill the bacteria. That's true, but there's another problem...

Summer is here, and our friends at Only in Louisiana have found some of the best and most unique places to swim here in the Bayou State!