NAMPA, Idaho — Summer is here, the weather is hot , and many are looking to cool off by the water. To round out Water Safety Month, Nampa Parks and Rec is educating adults and kids on all things water safety.

“The number of drownings in Idaho is higher than in most states, and it seems to be that number is increasing," said Jessica Vanderpool, Nampa’s Aquatic Supervisor, who is also a former Ada County Paramedic. "Water safety is something that’s near to my heart. I want to make sure that kids have a fun summer in the water, but are also safe.”

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She coordinated Saturday’s event that brought together local agencies like St. Luke’s Health and Nampa Fire to teach people about sun, boat, canal, and life jacket safet

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