life jackets
Coverage of life jackets in the Nexus archive.
- A ferry carrying 116 people capsizes off Guyana, with 67 rescued as search continues
A ferry carrying 116 people capsized off Guyana's Pomeroon River, with 67 rescued, including 15 children. The MV Barima was en route from Georgetown to Port Kaituma when it capsized, prompting a search and rescue operation involving state and private boats.
- Wheaton, Batavia residents among boaters capsized in Lake Geneva, where 3 children died
A severe storm caused a boat to capsize on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin, resulting in the deaths of three children aged 10, 7, and 6. Residents from Wheaton and Batavia were among those on board, and all children were wearing life jackets.
- Searing heat and storms mar holiday with 3 children dead in Wisconsin and utility outages widespread
A weather-related tragedy at Geneva Lake in Wisconsin resulted in the deaths of three children who were wearing life jackets. The incident occurred amid searing heat and storms, which also caused widespread utility outages.
- 3 children killed when boat capsized during sudden and powerful storm, police say
Three children died after a boat capsized on Geneva Lake during a sudden and severe storm. Ten people, including four children wearing life jackets, were on board when the storm caused the boat to sink. Seven were rescued, while the three missing children were later found dead despite rescue efforts. The incident is under investigation by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency.
- Good Samaritan’s close-call rescue on Detroit River highlights water safety dangers this Fourth of July
A Metro Detroit man rescued a child from the Detroit River after hidden currents and sudden drop-offs created dangerous conditions. The Wayne County Marine Division emphasized water safety warnings for the Fourth of July, urging vigilance and proper precautions like life jackets.
- Coast guard increase patrol -- Here’s what boaters need to know before the Fourth of July weekend
The Coast Guard and local law enforcement in Michigan are increasing boating safety patrols during the Fourth of July weekend as part of Operation Dry Water, a nationwide campaign to enforce laws against boating under the influence (BUI). Since 2009, 7,453 operators have been removed for BUI, with alcohol identified as the leading factor in fatal boating accidents. Key safety tips include avoiding alcohol while boating, wearing life jackets, and taking safety courses.
- Virginia DWR increasing water patrols ahead of Fourth of July weekend
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is increasing water patrols for the Fourth of July weekend, anticipating large crowds. They emphasize the importance of designating a sober boat driver and wearing life jackets to ensure safety.