A man has drowned in a pool at the gym in Westville, Durban.

Paramedics arrived on the scene to find the man, believed to be in his 70’s lying on the floor next to the pool.  A few other gym patrons had begun resuscitation methods.

Paramedics took over but after 45 minutes the man was not responsive and was declared dead.

Local authorities were on scene for further investigations.

Here are some safety poolside swimming tips:

• Always swim with another person
• Swim in areas roped off for safety.
• Keep reaching and throwing aids (poles and life preservers) at poolside. 
• Swim only where a lifeguard is on duty or an experienced swimmer is supervising. 
• Do not swim after drinking alcohol