Megan Ferraro Shares Labor Day Weekend Water Safety Tips on FOX 35 Orlando

The ZAC Foundation’s Executive Director and Chair of the U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan, Megan Ferraro, joined FOX 35 Orlando with Garrett Wymer ahead of Labor Day Weekend 2025 to break down the top tips to keep kids safe around pools and water during the holiday weekend. During the interview, Megan shared essential water safety guidance, including the ABCDEs of water safety and rip tide safety: flip, float, follow.

Holiday Weekend Safety Concerns

Megan emphasized the increased drowning risks during Labor Day Weekend, noting that there are lots of distractions around the holiday as families celebrate the end of summer vacation. These social gatherings can lead to lapses in water supervision, making vigilant safety measures even more critical.

Florida’s Drowning Crisis

The discussion highlighted Florida’s ongoing water safety challenges, with 89 drowning deaths recorded in the state this year. In response to this crisis, Central Florida state leaders have come together to begin developing a drowning prevention strategy for Central Florida.

Watch Megan’s full interview on FOX 35 Orlando.