Life jackets are not one size one size fits all. There are three important things to keep in mind when picking one out: That it's the right kind for the activity, that it's U.S. Coast Guard approved ...

Families nationwide are gearing up for water-based adventures such as boating, swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and more as warmer weather rolls in. But before your kids dive into summer fun, one ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — To help keep you and your family safe and sound all summer long, we're taking a closer look at life jackets. You hopefully know that Arkansas law requires all boats to have enough ...

WOODSTOCK, Ga. — Life jackets are designed to save lives, but they are useless if you’re not wearing one while out on the water. In Cherokee County, two men have been pulled from Lake Allatoona in a ...

GRAND HAVEN, Mich. (WOOD) — Summer weather is here, which means Lake Michigan beaches will soon be swarming with swimmers. But before hitting the water, remember arguably the most important piece of ...

MARANA, AZ — The Coast Guard Auxiliary and other Arizona officials are reminding Valley boaters of simple safety steps that can make the biggest difference in an emergency. Saturday kicked off ...

Two people have died in Pennsylvania boating accidents already in 2023, and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission wants to curb the chances for more fatalities with one primary piece of advice: ...

Water temperatures in North Dakota, even in mid-summer, can cause cold shock. And without a life jacket to keep you afloat, it doesn't take long for fatigue to win. North Dakota’s boating laws require ...

The National Safe Boating Council is promoting boating safety and life jacket safety by encouraging boaters to ìWear It!î during National Safe Boating Week May 16-22. Boating is a safe and fun ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Wearing a life jacket does not have to be a chore, though. Most people hate them because they're ...

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — With summer in full swing, many Georgians are flocking to popular lakes across the state. Two of the most popular lakes close to the Atlanta area are Lake Lanier and Allatoona ...