Summer is the peak season for water activities as people look to cool off. To ensure citizens' safety, the Taichung City Government is actively promoting water safety measures. The government regularly conducts rescue drills to enhance lifeguard skills and carries out joint patrols and crackdowns on major dangerous water areas to reduce the risk of drowning accidents.
Taichung City has identified 11 dangerous water areas, characterized by rapid currents, varying depths, and numerous underwater rocks. These conditions can cause people to let their guard down, leading to drowning accidents. The city government urges people to avoid these dangerous waters and take precautions such as checking weather conditions, warming up, avoiding entering the water when tired, and wearing appropriate swimwear to ensure their safety.
When choosing water activities to cool off, safety should be the top priority. People are encouraged to select certified swimming pools across the city for their water recreation activities. (Photo / Courtesy of Taichung City Government Tourism and Travel Bureau)
Choosing a safe place for water activities is the first step in preventing accidents. The Taichung City Government recommends several safe water recreation areas, including "Da'an Coastal Park," where visitors can enjoy beach activities, surfing, and kite surfing. The park is equipped with safety regulations signage and professional lifeguards. Additionally, Lihpao Land's Mala Bay Water Park offers a variety of water attractions and lifeguard services, ensuring a high level of safety.
For families who enjoy outdoor activities, the "Summer Water Play Area" at Tanzi Greenway Zhongke Park opened in mid-June. Every weekend, visitors can enjoy the cooling effects of mist fountains, tunnel fountains, and volcanic fountains. The city government reminds people to choose certified locations with safety features and to follow all safety regulations when participating in water activities.
The Taichung City Government Tourism and Travel Bureau emphasizes that they have placed no-swimming and warning signs at the 11 identified dangerous water areas. A joint water safety inspection team has been established to issue warnings to violators, with fines ranging from NT$10,000 to NT$50,000 for those who do not comply. Information about these dangerous water areas is available on the Tourism Bureau's website (https://www.tourism.taichung.gov.tw/283065/post).
The city government calls on citizens to be fully prepared before engaging in water activities and to confirm the safety of the water area. This ensures that everyone can enjoy summer water activities while keeping themselves and their families safe. Enjoy a happy summer with safety first!
