What to know before taking your boat out this Labor Day weekend
· KRGV (NBC 5)
As Labor Day weekend approaches, many families in the Rio Grande Valley are preparing for outdoor activities like fishing and boating. Texas Game Warden Calvin Atkinson advises boaters to ensure they have safety equipment, such as life jackets and fire extinguishers, and to check their engines regularly. He emphasizes the importance of sharing the water responsibly and creating a float plan. With the Valley's heat, staying hydrated and shaded is crucial. Last year, Texas game wardens responded to seven boating incidents, resulting in two fatalities. Boaters are reminded to avoid alcohol consumption while operating vessels.
AI summary · Source: KRGV (NBC 5) →
