The swimmers in the Vinkeveense Plassen, among others, must therefore pay attention to their own safety, explains the volunteer: “It is also about a part of your own responsibility. You have to ensure that you can swim well, so swimming diploma A, B and C and ensure that you continue to practice swimming, so with a swimming club or a lifeguard. Never swim alone, only swim in the areas designated for swimming and make sure you are visible to water sports enthusiasts. That’s really important”
No rescue brigade at Utrecht lakes: ‘Area is so big, it won’t work’
