I've found cops standing around in the front yard because it's difficult to be around this. They're kicking at the dirt, basically wanting to go call their families. Members of rescue crews also are human, Peyton said. They need an opportunity to talk about it and deal with their frustration. Another way of coping is participating in drowning-prevention programs.
Firefighters hold safety talks at schools.
They also inspect pools at resorts, apartment complexes and other facilities. Despite their best efforts, drownings still occur. There's only so much we can do. Peyton said all child drownings are preventable. Adult supervision of children is the key.