175 boating accidents in Texas in 2023, with 28 fatalities, prompt safety precaution reminders during National Water Safety Month.
During National Water Safety Month, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department urges boaters to follow safety precautions, as 175 boating accidents occurred in TX waters in 2023, resulting in 28 fatalities. Ahead of Safe Boating Awareness Week, the Ontario Provincial Police emphasize the importance of wearing lifejackets to prevent marine fatalities, as 23 victims in 2023 were found not wearing them. In 2023, drowning accounted for over 57% of boating incidents in Ontario.
May 16, 2024
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