Be careful of water currents Aug 28, 2008
Although we have some hot weather ahead, people need to be cautious, even when wearing life jackets, Smith said. Common sense and adult supervision for kids are also needed. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Mercer Island family rescued from logjam Aug 26, 2008
All three victims were reported wearing life jackets. The Jacksons boat was the fourth one lost in the area this year. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
APH says thanks for family fun day Aug 26, 2008
We also extend our thanks to Cheryl Piazza at the Anchorage REI store for kayaks and paddles; to NOLS in Palmer for PFDs and paddles, to Steven McVeigh at Sportsman s Warehouse in Wasilla for paddles, life jackets and assistance with getting the word out to Valley residents; to Cliff Silvers and volunteers from the Mat-Su Water Rescue team for water safety expertise and demonstrations of water rescue; to Kelli Toth from Alaska Retrievers Club and her wonderful dogs; to Jean Hamilton of Allways... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Delta naturalist opens watery world to public Aug 25, 2008
"Should there be some catastrophe an earthquake, the Second Coming there's a lot of life jackets," Hart quipped, gaining a few laughs. The Harvard-trained evolutionary biologist has led tours through the Delta's meandering sloughs and river channels for about four years now. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
A WHOLE NEW CHALLENGE: Contestants fight to outlast in "Survivor: Buoy Creek 3" Aug 24, 2008
Contestants were told to adhere to safety precautions, such as wearing life jackets during water challenges, and there was a certified lifeguard present. Also, O'Cain said precautions were taken to make sure contestants were well hydrated. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
If you want to have fun, safety is No. 1 Aug 23, 2008
Jason Thornton, an associate at Brigham Young University-Idaho's Outdoor Resource Center, said that most life jackets come with a 2 or 3 degrees of buoyancy. Life jackets with a 3 contain a headrest to ensure further safety ... Not only do life jackets help with safety, Idaho law also requires those 14 of age or younger in a boat that is underway to wear a life jacket, and there is a fine involved if caught without one. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Staying close to home, taking a trip down river Aug 22, 2008
Last Friday boaters were lined up alongside racks of orange life jackets and rows of red, blue and yellow paddles. Bob Burke, Lindas brother, carried life jackets draped on both arms in preparation for a hot August weekend. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Man drowns in Middle Fork Aug 20, 2008
Greathouse said people should be cautious and preferably use life jackets when they're in rivers. "It's different than swimming in a lake; it can be a lot more exhausting," he said. (King County Journal Newspapers, WA)
Notebook: Game Commission requests hunting license fee increase (Today) Aug 17, 2008
A Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission report says MSHA told Consol to require Lake Wilma anglers and picnickers "to be hazard trained for this site and have appropriate safety gear (hard hat, safety glasses, boots, gloves, reflective vests and life jackets)." Unable to reply with the odd request, Consol posted No Trespassing signs. The Fish Commission cautions anglers to avoid Lake Wilma until the dispute is resolved, and has discontinued fish stockings. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Ghana to enforce swimming pool regulations Aug 16, 2008
He said the regulations by the Board included the employment of trained and skilled life guards at hotels, provision of life jackets, swimming pool equipment and materials for maintenance and cleaning, markings showing the depth at each level of the pool and the dos and don'ts sign at every pool side. "Most swimming pools do not have life guards and those who have are untrained and therefore cannot save lives...most of the lifeguards at swimming polls in hotels do not even know how to swim," he... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Titanic comes to Georgia Aquarium Aug 13, 2008
Most of those struggling in the water in their life jackets would have succumbed to hypothermia, while others may have had heart attacks. Initial headlines of the Titanic disaster claimed all passengers survived and the ship was being towed to land. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Coast Guard searches for missing plane Aug 12, 2008
The men were last seen wearing hip waders and inflatable life jackets. They are both 6 feet tall with blonde hair. (Juneau Empire)
Rafting in the rain Aug 11, 2008
Dressed in heavy-duty rain gear and wearing life jackets, we felt the chill of the steady drizzle and were drenched by the occasional splash of Matanuska River water when riding a wave train. Dressed in layers, though, we stayed relatively comfortable and dry next to the skin and were able to take in the sights of raptors flying overhead and Dall sheep perched on faraway cliffs. (Anchorage Daily News)
Coast Guard rescues four from dory boat Aug 11, 2008
The Coast Guard praised them for wearing life jackets. More Headlines. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Fishing family reaches out Aug 10, 2008
Junior anglers toddle onto the fishing scene early, wearing life jackets and smiles that seem impossibly big. Years later, they're sharing the love of fishing with junior anglers of their own. (Florida Times-Union)
Dive teams resume search for missing woman on Lake Houston Aug 4, 2008
There were enough life jackets on the overturned boat for everyone onboard, but it was unclear if the missing woman was wearing one. The dive crew said they would use sonar to find the woman. (KHOU.com, TX)
* Fishermen rescued from island Aug 3, 2008
As we drifted at sea within the storm radius of Fung-wong, we only had life jackets and a buoy. One of my crew, Chen Chang-keng [], could not swim very well, but we all encouraged each other to keep going, he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Coast Guard rescues three from Black Bay Aug 3, 2008
"The Coast Guard encourages all boaters to wear life jackets at all times while on the water, as it greatly increases their chances of survival," said Coast Guard search and rescue controller Petty Office 2nd Class Genica Orria. Chats, Boards & Blogs. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Backyard Adventures: Floating summer days away Jul 30, 2008
Make sure you've got your life jackets. A little common sense goes a long way on water. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Informative fun Jul 27, 2008
One of the key points made by Jim Holland, co-owner of Capital Sports and Western, was about life jackets and how kayakers and rafters should be diligent about wearing them whenever they are on the water. And, he went on to say, helmets should be worn in rivers like the Smith. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Rollin' On A River Jul 27, 2008
With paddles in hand and life jackets stashed in the bow, we pushed off and practiced our navigation skills: acceleration, teamwork, turning on a dime. These skills were tested immediately when a short section of modest rapids under a Highway 101 bridge turned the boat around and nearly dumped us in the drink. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Letters for Friday, July 25, 2008 Jul 26, 2008
Women in photo had no life jackets ... The photo showed four woman and a dog in the water on the Clark Fork, in May of this year, boating with no life jackets on or visible, no throw bag; they were drinking and were not wearing any type of wet or dry suits. (Missoulian, MT)
Outdoors : KAMOS Hooked on Fishing lets kids fish for free Jul 25, 2008
With an event like this no one really knows how many kids are going to show up so all you can do is make sure you have plenty of boats, life jackets and food on hand. There was a pretty good-sized soccer tournament that took place in both Norway and Niagara which probably hurt the attendance but by days end, 45 kids were able to spend all, or part of the day on the water. (Forest Republican, WI)
Sinking Kiwis a bad omen for rowers Jul 23, 2008
The safety of seven people on board was not in jeopardy as they were wearing life jackets, but they were unable to prevent their equipment sinking to the bottom of the Waikato lake. The passengers and driver clung to the boat before being ferried to safety. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Rants and raves Jul 21, 2008
NICE PICTURE OF the children on the jet ski that you published in the paper, but please tell them to wear life jackets. It's the law. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Saturday Thumbs Jul 19, 2008
Loaner life jackets at the lake just about as fast as Central Pierce Fire and Rescue can replace them, according to The Associated Press. The fire district made 20 life jackets available for swimmers on June 27 ... The fire district bought 20 more life jackets and put them at the lake on July 8. (Longview Daily News, WA)
'Useless' skills can be handy Jul 18, 2008
James said, "We heard they'd somehow spilled all their drinking water, had wet matches and no food, and had spent the day huddled in a single tent wearing their life jackets trying to stay warm; cell phone batteries and spirits were low." It wasn't an emergency yet, but it could become one. Thinking of the rule of three -- a person can survive three hours in the cold, three days without water and three weeks without food -- Tigger packed the first load with lots of warm clothes, a jug of warm... (Anchorage Daily News)
So she dated my brother. She was still my first love Jul 18, 2008
In summer we kayaked around Shelbert Island in the Humber River without life jackets and had bonfires on the beach at Benoit's Cove and shone the headlights of my father's Toyota on the shore when the capelin rolled in at 2 in the morning. Yes, Donna was my brother's girlfriend. (Globe and Mail)
It pays to learn how to swim Jul 17, 2008
Remember to always have safety equipment available (life jackets, shepherd s hook, ring buoy, etc. . (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Don't forget your life jackets Jul 17, 2008
Redwood Falls Gazette - Sports. Thursday, July 17, 2008. (Redwood Falls Gazette, MN)
Free Loaner Life Jackets Presumed Stolen From Life-Saving Program Jul 15, 2008
-- Free loaner life jackets have disappeared and were apparently stolen from a life jacket kiosk at Spanaway Lake, according to KIRO 7 Eyewitness News. Central Pierce Fire & Rescue and Safe Kids coalition of Pierce County had a dedication ceremony last month at Spanaway Lake to make free loaner life jackets available to the public ... On June 27, employees placed 20 life jackets into a life jacket kiosk, and four days later there were only two left, according to Matt Holm, assistant fire chief... (KIRO TV, WA)
Bear Creek Twp. man, son rescued after canoe capsized on reservoir Jul 14, 2008
Jones and his son were wearing life jackets and were able to swim to shore holding the canoe, although the oars were lost when it overturned. We held onto the boat, and paddle-kicked to the shoreline, he said, where he used an emergency whistle to signal for help. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
THIS MORNING Jul 14, 2008
The two, wearing life jackets, held onto the boat, and paddle-kicked to the shoreline, Mr. Jones said. Bear Creek Assistant Fire Chief Chris McGowan said a passing fisherman spotted the pair. (Scranton Times, PA)
5-year-old drowns near Rainier Jul 14, 2008
kelso83 wrote on Jul 13, 2008 9:59 AM:" This is a sad story that could have been prevented. This 5 year old boy should have had a life jacket on especially if he was on a jet ski or being towed on a float. I am sicked and tired of hearing about people drowning on these rivers. When are these states going to pass a law to make everyone, no matter what age, where a life jacket when they are on the rivers. It's the law to wear a seat belt in vehicles why not life jackets in boats.....makes sense to... (Longview Daily News, WA)
AMS Doggy Duathlon World Championships Jul 13, 2008
The race was also supposed to include a 1,500 meter swim in the Hudson River, with the dogs in life jackets, but that portion was canceled this week due to logistics. The day before, Meneely said, he and Boo will run in the Chipotle Underwear Run. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Rowing on the river Free summer kayaking program in Hoboken Jul 13, 2008
Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and trained kayakers will be onsite to provide instruction. Each participant will be allowed to paddle for 20 to 30 minutes depending on the lines. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Skirting the shore in Maine Jul 13, 2008
Not complete novices, we embark equipped with life jackets, spare paddle, chart and compass, a hand pump for bailing, rain gear and layers of quick-drying clothing (synthetics trump cotton). And we meet a friendly group of local paddlers who offer guidance. (CNN -- Travel)
Rain relief for paddlers Jul 13, 2008
After finishing a sandwich and drink, I laid out a couple of life jackets on the beach to enjoy my long habit of taking a short siesta in order to recoup enough strength for the rest of the journey. Feeling something striking my face, I looked up to see a large maple tree overhead -- a slight gust of wind had rattled its leaves. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Boy saw father drown in Tweed River Jul 8, 2008
Witnesses said neither Mr Staunton nor his son were wearing life jackets. One fisherman, who saw the pair before they headed out on to the river, said Mr Staunton ignored warnings to put a life jacket on the boy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Willamette River boat crash hospitalizes father and daughter Jul 6, 2008
The two men were not wearing life jackets, but both girls were. There was no evidence of alcohol use. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Cats are hotter than 4th of July, again! Jul 5, 2008
And, please remember, life jackets were made to wear. If you are in need of a child's life jacket, BoatU.S. Foundation sponsors a free loaner program and Dave Mungenast Marine is a lake area participant. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
State Officials Urge Caution On Area Lakes Over Holiday Weekend Jul 5, 2008
Of the victims who drowned in boating accidents nationwide, 85 percent were not wearing life jackets, the department said. Game wardens are boosting patrols over the holiday weekend, and theyre going to be busy. (KWTX.com, TX)
Summer fun relies on staying safe Jul 5, 2008
Everyone should wear life jackets when boating, jet skiing or waterskiing. The risk of heat stroke increases when people are in the sun for long periods of time so take care to drink enough fluids, especially when the weather is warm. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
More than races in town Jul 4, 2008
On the waterways: Florida Fish and Wildlife officers urge everyone on boats to wear life jackets and operators and passengers to stay alert on rivers and lakes crowded with boaters. At home: When the fireworks begin, keep pets inside and turn the TV up so they don't freak out. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Be safe on the water for Fourth Jul 4, 2008
The first suggestion BoatUS has is that you make sure you have life jackets that fit those onboard your boat ... If only adult-size life vests are onboard and the boat capsizes, the little ones who need the most help may slip right through an over-sized personal floatation device, or PFD.And next, BoatUS points out, life jackets do no good. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Woman drowns after raft flips in Deschutes River Jul 4, 2008
She and a relative were wearing life jackets, but Mills said the raft and its occupants were not equipped for the strength of the rapids. The raft overturned late Wednesday afternoon and Braughton's body was found several hours later. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Continue reading Jul 3, 2008
Throughout the week-long event, the beach is filled with kids in life jackets and floaties, teenage girls in bikinis, and many others content to soak in the sunshine. The misconception that trapshooting is only a man's sport is a common one, but 17-year-old Linn Groom made her mark in her first state competition. (Kingsburg Recorder, CA)
Risky waters: Officials warn floaters about the fast, cold rivers in western Montana Jul 3, 2008
High streamflows and cold water temperatures are leading officials to remind floaters to use proper safety equipment such as life jackets and wetsuits this holiday weekend ... Guides have also been diligent about keeping everyone in wetsuits and life jackets. (Missoulian, MT)
Search for missing man called off Jul 2, 2008
He said the men, who he thought were about 19 years old, made mistakes by not wearing life jackets and going tubing at night. across@png. (Vancouver Sun)
Search And Rescue Effort In Progress On Snoqualmie River Jul 1, 2008
Video from Chopper 7 showed multiple people floating in inner tubes or rafts who were not wearing life jackets. The search is being concentrated in an area known as Back Eddy that is about a quarter mile from the falls. (KIRO TV, WA)
Sturgis Falls Parade sails on blissfully dry streets writeLink("vid_id=1056&file=parade.flv"); Jun 30, 2008
"Heroes have everyone wear life jackets," read one belonging to the Waterloo Sail and Power Squadron. "Cedar Falls Rainbow Girls ... future hometown heroes," read another. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Historic steamboat damaged on river rocks during voyage Jun 28, 2008
All passengers were on deck wearing life jackets and no injuries were reported. kgw. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Rotondi: Goodbye for the summer Jun 27, 2008
Water safety: With the days getting warmer, all children should be drown-proofed by learning to swim and all children should wear life jackets if they are on a boat. We all vacation at summer areas where there are ponds, lakes, beaches and, of course, neighborhood pools. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Wet and wild whitewater adventures Jun 27, 2008
Are helmets and life jackets required. What's their medical backup. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Demand for pet-care services grows Jun 27, 2008
There was a treadmill and in-house swimming pool for dogs that looked more like a large hot tub (a 30-minute swim costs $30 and dogs wear life jackets when they're in it). The facility also offers aromatherapy massages and a "Poochberry facial" for an extra charge. (AZCentral -- Business)
Red White & Blue Festival this weekend at Van Etten Jun 26, 2008
Life jackets must be worn and a parent or guardian is required to sign the registration and be present during participation of minors. Three magic shows by Gordon the Magician are scheduled for 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday. (Oscoda Press, MI)
Teens rescued from sinking plywood boat Jun 26, 2008
The operator and builder of the boat was cited for overloading, not having life jackets and no certificate of number for the boat. The boat was made from plywood and had a working motor. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Capsized Ferry Kills Hundreds In Philippines Jun 25, 2008
Bodies in life jackets continue to wash up on nearby islands, while others have been seen drifting at sea. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Typhoon cuts through Philippines Jun 24, 2008
Only 38 wave-battered survivors have been found so far, including 28 who drifted at sea for more than 24 hours in life jackets before they were found yesterday about 80 miles to the north in Mulanay township, in eastern Quezon province. But bodies were washing up on shore to the west and northwest, too. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Feared Drowned Jun 23, 2008
Make sure you have life jackets on before the threat of capsize arises. . (Wellington Times)
Thousand Islands to improve transportation Jun 23, 2008
"We also need to start thinking of providing life jackets and life insurance for passengers," he said. The limited number and services of transportation modes has been a major problem in the regency, which has a population of 20,000. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Pining for the Fiords Jun 23, 2008
Over the top went our everyday clothes, kayak spray skirts and life jackets. Following a safety briefing, no time was wasted moving our kayaks down to the water's edge. (iAfrica.com)
Hundreds missing in ferry tragedy Jun 23, 2008
One of them, Renato Lanorio, said he had been on the top deck when a crew member ordered passengers to put on life jackets at about 1130 on Saturday. He said that about 30 minutes later, the ship tilted and elderly people and children slipped on the rain-soaked deck. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Staying alive Jun 22, 2008
" The state recruited two experts in cold-water immersion and video production, Dr. Gordon Giesbrecht and Ted Rankine. Giesbrecht, an authority on freezing to death, believes the best way to study the effects of cold on the human body is to get intimate with the elements. So the 45-year-old physiologist and director of the University of Manitoba's Laboratory for Exercise and Environmental Medicine has lowered his body below 95 degrees, the threshold for hypothermia, a mind- and body-numbing 33... (Anchorage Daily News)
Haitians' dilemma: Hunger or hazards at sea Jun 22, 2008
"They are packed with people who don't know how to swim. They have no life jackets and few provisions. We see tragedy after tragedy.". Haitians say fewer people try the trip these days because they know the Coast Guard patrols are heavy. (The Palm Beach Post)
