Life jackets could prevent approximately two-thirds of all boating-related drownings of children ages 14 and under. In fact, in most states, children under 13 must wear life jackets. It’s the law.
A boat operator is likely to become impaired more quickly than a driver, drink for drink? The penalties for BUI can include large fines, revocation of operator privileges and serious jail terms? The use of alcohol is involved in about a third of all recreational boating fatalities?
The most important step in damage control in a sudden flood situation is communication. Notify the Coast Guard and other boaters in the area if your boat is taking on water. Make sure you and all of your passengers are in life jackets. Saving your boat is important – but if flooding can't be brought under control, the priority is saving lives.