Hundreds of lives are lost each year on U.S. waterways due to recreational boating accidents that can be prevented, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Last summer, 564 deaths and 2,126 non-fatal ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – Hey, Floridians! As the Fourth of July approaches, many of us are gearing up for a fun-filled day on the water. But before you set sail, let’s talk about something super important: ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Captain Mike Haas with Sea Tow expects anywhere from 30 to 50 rescue jobs this Memorial Day weekend. “Mainly, it’s operator error,” said Haas. While his jobs usually include boats ...

Australia is a nation of boaters, with one of the world's highest rates of boat ownership. There are about 1 million ...

MADISON, Wis. -- May is a good time to inspect your boating equipment and review safety tips to prepare for the summer boating season. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has urged residents ...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — With the July 4th holiday quickly approaching, the U.S. Coast Guard wants to provide a few tips for staying safe out on the water. Always wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket ...

May 18 to 24, 2024 is National Safe Boating Week. That is fitting as we head into Memorial Day weekend - the unofficial start to summer. Many are looking forward to hitting the waterways, especially ...

The town’s patrol boat, in background, was recently in dry dock so that it could be serviced and prepared for the 2018 boating season. From left are Mal Nathan, Chief Bay Constable; Matthew Temares, ...

Practice smart boating safety this summer out there on the water. (Photo courtesy of Town of North Hempstead) Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth and the Town Board would like to remind ...

The pandemic has led to a tidal wave of people looking for socially-distanced fun in the form of boating on Washington’s lakes, rivers, and salt water. “In 2020, the waterways were packed, … and we’re ...