Why can cold water be so dangerous?

About this episode

This episode discusses the dangers of swimming in cold water during a heatwave and the fatalities that can occur.

More than a dozen people have died trying to cool off during the May heatwave. When does swimming in cold water become fatal? Writer: Ada Barumé Producer: Ada Barumé Host: Ada Barumé Episode photography: Joe Mee Editor: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Ada Barumé

Topics covered

• cold water dangers
• heatwave
• swimming safety
• fatal accidents
• outdoor activities

Keywords

• cold water
• heatwave
• swimming
• safety
• fatalities
• outdoor risks

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Observer, Acast

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