Kids Get Free Swims for Safety Pledge

Albuquerque’s “Ditch the Ditches” campaign gives kids free swim passes in exchange for pledging to stay away from dangerous arroyos and drainage ditches—where flash floods can reach 15 feet deep and kill instantly. The city’s bold move turns kids into safety ambassadors, teaching them to call 911 if they see someone in trouble, while urging everyone to avoid arroyos even with just a hint of rain. With water main breaks and unpredictable storms adding risk, this initiative aims to turn potential disaster into community vigilance before it’s too late. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/481ff5e1789b6740