Hawaii has been named the most dangerous state in the U.S. for drowning incidents. Oklahoma and Arkansas are not too far behind.These states register the second and third highest rates, respectively, highlighting inland water risks. New research provides a per capita view of drowning incidents in America’s lakes, rivers, and coastal areas. The study looked at public data on unintentional drowning fatalities across all 50 U.S. states and highlights which states have the highest drowning rates per person in natural settings like oceans, lakes, and rivers. Hawaii’s high statistic points to the challenging combination of popular tourist destinations and powerful, unpredictable ocean conditions.
