Twelve first-aid stations spread over the coast from Pointe de Pipady in Toulon to the sea urchins at Pradet have been open since 10am Tuesday morning. 34 firefighters present every day to ensure your safety and that of your loved ones. Surveillance of the Toulon, Pradet and La Garde beaches by Var firefighters has officially started and will continue until August 31, 7 days a week from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Last year in this area, the firefighters intervened for jellyfish burns, pampering, personal assistance such as drownings or the beginnings of drowning but also for searches for children.
It is not uncommon in fact every summer to hear messages broadcast by the loudspeakers of the lifeguard stations on the beaches of Mourillon, indicating thata child is wanted. “We cannot be behind every child. And even if the firefighters are there, the main responsible are the parents. You shouldn’t take your eyes off your children for even a second. Parents need to drop their phones and focus on their kids“insists Lieutenant Olivier Saussaut, deputy head of the operations department of the Toulon-center fire station
It goes very fast
Because a drama quickly happened. It only takes a few seconds for a child to drink a large amount of water, which can cause irreversible damage. “Even at the seaside, with the surf, when it is windy and the sea is rough, this is enough to cause inhalation of water“recalls the adjutant Davis Francès, zone chief, fire station of Toulon-center. So remember to check the color of the flame and the possible risks present every day such as jellyfish.
Safety for all
Summer will be hot as the song says. Undoubtedly even more intense than last year due in particular to the health crisis and the desire to get out of it and especially to take advantage of it. “But everyone must show good citizenship“underlines Hubert Falco, the president of the Toulon Provence Méditerranée Métropole, and mayor of Toulon.”Security is therefore reinforced with a security company present from the morning until midnight. Municipal police forces will also take turns until 2 a.m. And we also count on coordination with the National Police. I also asked for CRS in addition“explains Hubert Falco.
Finally, to limit wild rodeos and two wheel races on the large parking lot at the end of the beaches, work will start at the beginning of next week. Places will be marked out on the ground and the coating will be redone. “We make exceptional efforts to ensure order reigns and everyone has a safe season“assures the mayor of Toulon.
– Christelle BRANDS
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