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Drowning Prevention
INSIGHTS on PBS HAWAIʻI

Drowning is the leading cause of death for children in Hawaiʻi ages 1 to 15. The state has the second highest rate of drowning deaths for residents in the country. What is being done to increase awareness and bring the numbers down?
Air Date: Thu, Apr 23, 2026 7:30 PM

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Jimmy Barros, Deputy Chief, Honolulu Ocean Safety Department

Morgan Brailo, Aquatic Director, YMCA Honolulu

Amanda Allison, Public Health Educator – Drowning Prevention, Hawaiʻi Health Department

Rep. Jeanné Kapela (D), Chair, Culture & Arts Committee, Volcano, Hawaiian Ocean View Estates