Dutch drowning stats reveal a shocking disparity: nearly 110 kids under 20 died between 2016 and 2025, with over half born outside Europe. Teens born abroad drown at nearly 14 times the rate of Dutch-born peers, while under-10s face an 8x higher risk. Ironically, non-Dutch-born kids raised in the Netherlands had lower drowning rates — pointing to birthplace and upbringing, not heritage, as key factors. A major culprit? Swimming skills: 40% of foreign-born kids lack certification, compared to just 9% of native-borns. Most drownings occur in open water — rivers, canals — underscoring the urgent need for targeted water safety education.
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