Le Figaro Bordeaux
The shores of the ocean can be terribly dangerous. The days of Saturday 12 August and Sunday 13 August will illustrate this: they are classified as at maximum risk for baïne currents in the Landes, Gironde, Charente-Maritime and Pyrénées-Atlantiques. To prevent and avoid drowning, the prefecture of Nouvelle-Aquitaine calls on bathers to be vigilant.
First of all, it is strongly recommended to swim on a beach and in a supervised area. Children, equipped with buoys and armbands, must be constantly observed, even when playing on the sand at the edge of the waves. As for adults, experienced swimmers or not, they are strongly advised to warn someone before diving into the ocean. In case of physical fatigue or a low level of swimming, it is better to abstain.
Practitioners of water activities, such as surfing, are invited to the same vigilance. In case of emergency, contact 112.