UK tourists in Turkey issued new safety advice in Foreign Office update

UK tourists in Turkey have been issued new safety advice by the Foreign Office as the summer continues.

Brits have been urged to be mindful when swimming in the sea or pools in the country, as the FCDO states every year people drown in the holiday hostpot.

Guidance from the official body has placed specific emphasis on 'supervising children,' even if they can swim or there is a lifeguard on duty.

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The advice reads: "Every year, people drown in the sea and in swimming pools in Turkey. Always supervise children, even if they can swim or there is a lifeguard present.

"Take care when swimming in the sea. Some beaches may have strong undercurrents."

Turkey's travel page goes on to describe how