Coast Guard urges public to prioritize boating safety on Memorial Day weekend

Boater, camper safety urged ahead of storms forecast for Memorial Day weekend

As campgrounds and marinas fill up ahead of Memorial Day, boaters and campers need to be prepared for active weather in Sunday's forecast. Emergency management said to pay attention to the radar and weather forecasts.

TWRA urges boating safety ahead of Memorial Day

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) – Memorial Day weekend is considered the unofficial start to the summer boating season, and with thousands of people hitting the water this weekend, safety is top of mind. “We want everyone to come out and have a fun time, but be safe with all the boats around you,” said the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency officer, Justin Pinkston. According to Pinkston, Memorial Day is one of his busiest workdays. “I love comin…

Conservation alliance urges safe boating ahead of Memorial Day weekend

The Jupiter Narrows Conservation Alliance is working to restore the seagrass and mangroves in the Jupiter Inlet.

Boater and camper safety ahead of Memorial Day Weekend storms

As campgrounds and marinas fill up ahead of Memorial Day, boaters and campers need to be prepared for active weather. Emergency management said to pay attention to the radar and weather forecasts.

Coast Guard urges public to prioritize boating safety on Memorial Day weekend

The Coast Guard and other first responders will be out patrolling the water this Memorial Day weekend and are asking the public to follow the law and be safe while boating.“I’ve got a great crew with me. These guys are highly trained professionals, I’ve seen them in action,” U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer Second Class Thomas Aveni said.Aveni will be patrolling this Memorial Day weekend.News4JAX had the opportunity to watch as the Coast Guard dem…