"Having the life jacket on kept them above the water, kept them floating long enough for rescue personnel to get on scene," ...

Water temperatures in North Dakota, even in mid-summer, can cause cold shock. And without a life jacket to keep you afloat, it doesn't take long for fatigue to win.

May 17-23 marks Safe Boating Awareness Week in Canada. Ontario Provincial Police and water safety advocates are reminding people about the importance of wearing life jackets when on out on the water.

The U.S. Coast Guard stresses boating safety ahead of National Safe Boating Week. Boaters should ensure they have proper safety equipment, including readily accessible life jackets. Free vessel ...

Long weekend brings boat safety warnings. June 19, 2025; Free, Sports; A New Mexico State Parks ranger places a life jacket on a child at Elephant Butte Lake near Truth or Consequences.

Lake Lanier draws over 12 million visitors annually and emphasizes safety with life jacket stations and boating classes. To stream 11Alive on your phone, you need the 11Alive app.

Right in time for the holiday weekend, Lake Texoma is returning to normal levels --- giving the game wardens lots to watch ...

Colorado Parks and Wildlife promotes safety with life jacket loaner stations at reservoirs statewide as summer water season begins. To stream 9NEWS on your phone, you need the 9NEWS app. Download ...