Tri-County Swift Water Rescue Team Talks New Boating Law, Boater Safety

Boaters urged to prioritize safety ahead of Memorial Day weekend

Learn essential boating safety tips in Maine before Memorial Day weekend. Ensure your boat is ready, registered, and equipped with approved gear.

New York boaters required to take state-approved boating safety course under Brianna's Law

AUBURN, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) -- As New York State approaches Memorial Day, more people will want to hit the lakes and celebrate on boats across the state. However, thanks to new safety laws, you may have to wait just a bit longer. At the start of 2025, New York State mandated Brianna's Law, meaning all boaters need to take a state-approved boating safety course. "A few years ago, there was an accident where, unfortunately, a young lady lost her life, …

Tri-County Swift Water Rescue team talks new boating law, boater safety

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A chilly week is predicted before the Memorial Day holiday weekend, but boaters still plan to get out on the water. Falling into the water when it's this cold can increase the risks and dangers of being on the water. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Wednesday evening on the Mohawk River, the Fulton, Montgomery and Schoharie Tri-County Swift Water Rescu…

MEMORIAL DAY SAFETY: How to stay safe on the water this holiday weekend

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and its hard to blame folks for cooling off in the water or chilling on a boat.But public safety officials told 2 News Oklahoma people need to enjoy those safely. We went to Keystone Lake to ask lake management about how to stay safe on the water.When we asked Robert, a fisherman tugging his boat up the ramp, if he was excited for the big holiday weekend, he replied, Oh, not really. I'll…

Some summer boating safety tips

FRANKFORT — In conjunction with National Safe Boating Week, May 17-23, 2025, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources reminds Kentuckians to be safe as they get out on the water and roads during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend.

Wear Life Jackets, Stay Sober and Take Safety Seriously on Canyon Lake, TPWD Cautions Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and recreationalists on unregistered paddlecraft like canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards to wear life jackets, stay sober, and take safety seriously. “Texas game wardens will be out Memorial Day weekend to ensure the public enjoys their time on the water responsibly,” said Cody Jones, TPWD assistant commander for marine enforcement. “But we also need boaters to take safety seriously…