State officials Wednesday urged Floridians to emphasize safety while swimming this summer, as dozens of children have drowned in 2024. “So far this year, 46 children have tragically lost their lives due to drowning,” Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nunez said during a press event. She added, “Drowning is preventable, and it is also the No. 1 cause of unintentional death of children ages 1 to 4.” Read: Florida Democrats Appeal Ballot Image Ruling The majority of the 46 drowning deaths have happened in swimming pools, according to the governor’s office. Officials encouraged swimming lessons and people to lear…