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America's Boating Club Urges Safety and Sobriety on the Water This Fourth of July
50+ min ago (300+ words) As boaters take to the water this holiday weekend to celebrate Independence Day, America's Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons reminds the boating community to prioritize safety and responsibility." Alcohol use is the leading known contributing factor in fatal boating…...
Holiday Boat Patrols Begin Friday Across North Dakota
1+ hour, 25+ min ago (154+ words) North Dakota Game and Fish's holiday boating enforcement effort begins Friday. Wardens will be out Friday through Sunday for Operation Dry Water, a national campaign focused on boating under the influence. Game and Fish first announced the added patrols earlier…...
Volusia's firefighters urge residents to celebrate safely, off the beach
1+ hour, 40+ min ago (288+ words) Consumer grade fireworks are banned from Volusia's beaches, but several Volusia cities will host their own firework displays for the Fourth of July. As residents prepare for Independence Day, Volusia County Fire Rescue officials are encouraging themto leave the show…...
Fireworks are fun " losing a finger isn't: Fourth of July safety tips
2+ hour, 49+ min ago (29+ words) Asbury Park Press Fireworks are fun " losing a finger isn't: Fourth of July safety tips...
Officials urge safe fireworks cleanup after Fourth of July celebrations
2+ hour, 22+ min ago (382+ words) LINCOLN, NEB " As Fourth of July celebrations begin across Nebraska, officials are reminding residents that fireworks safety doesn't end when the last firework is launched. State and local officials say properly disposing of fireworks after holiday celebrations can help prevent…...
Fourth of July this Weekend, Use Caution While Celebrating
2+ hour, 50+ min ago (288+ words) KCII Radio It's the Fourth of July weekend, and while there's plenty of opportunity to have fun participating in celebrating America's 250th anniversary across southeast Iowa, the holiday also provides safety hazards to keep in mind. The National Safety Council recommends…...
Don't get burned: Staying safe around fireworks this Fourth of July
6+ hour, 39+ min ago (837+ words) Dr. Alice Fagin, burn surgeon at Shriners Children's Ohio, talks best practices when it comes to staying safe around fireworks and fire pits. As people prepare to light up sparklers and fireworks to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U. S. , medical professionals…...
It's tempting to light fireworks early. Topeka mayor urges patience
5+ hour, 30+ min ago (852+ words) As the red, white and blue holiday approaches, Topeka's mayor warned resident of safety and reiterated the law. "I also want to remind everyone be safe," Mayor Spencer Duncan said during a June 29 press conference. "Be aware of the heat,…...
AZGFD to Step Up Patrols Over Holiday Weekend, Promote Sober Boating
11+ hour, 25+ min ago (356+ words) The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) and partner agencies will be patrolling Arizona's waterways over the Fourth of July holiday weekend to provide heightened enforcement and awareness about the dangers of drinking alcohol while boating. Once again, AZGFD will…...
Increased patrols on waterways will focus on impaired boating
12+ hour, 24+ min ago (277+ words) The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources plans to step up patrols on Kentucky's waterways during the Independence Day weekend, working to ensure everyone enjoys a safe and responsible boating experience. The increased patrols July 3-5 are part of Operation…...