Safety Tips For Swimming In Lake Michigan This Summer
By Richard Requena

Safety Tips For Swimming In Lake Michigan This Summer
By Richard Requena
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Lake Michigan is a cheap and easy getaway for Chicagoans to cool off in the summer, but swimming in the lake can be dangerous. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children aged one to four, according to the Centers for Disease, Control and Prevention.
Reset brings on a swimming expert for tips on how to stay safe while visiting the lakeshore.
GUEST: Dave Benjamin, founder of the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project