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Kourtney Kardashian shared moments from a boat trip with her son Rocky, who was not wearing a life jacket, prompting concerns from fans. She later addressed the issue by purchasing a suitable life vest and thanked fans for their concern, also responding to pregnancy speculation with humor.
The US Coast Guard successfully rescued Charles Gregory, a missing boater, after he spent over 24 hours floating on his partially submerged boat off the coast of Florida. Gregory was found sitting in his boat by a Coast Guard airplane, and he was assisted to safety by a small raft. Despite severe sunburn, Gregory did not sustain any serious injuries. The Coast Guard emphasized the importance of boating safety and having proper safety gear on board.
A person in an inflatable canoe died after falling into the Colorado River in Eagle County. Three people were in individual inflatable canoes when one person got swept up in fast rapids. One of the other canoers found the person unresponsive and pulled them to shore and performed CPR. All three people were wearing safety floatation gear. Colorado Parks and Wildlife reported 42 water-related fatalities in the state in 2022, which was up from 22 in 2021, and 34 in 2020.
During National Safe Boating Week, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reminds boaters to follow the rules of the water, including slowing down in no-wake zones to prevent damage to docks and boats, as well as water pollution. For those renting boats, it's important to check that the rental company is following the law and providing proper safety equipment. Manatees are also at risk from boat traffic, and it's important to follow manatee protection rules in certain areas.
The Coast Guard recovered three bodies in their search for four missing fishermen off the coast of Rockport, Massachusetts. The boat overturned about 8 miles from Cape Ann, and the water where the vessel and boaters were found is 44 degrees. The Coast Guard is reminding boaters to give a float plan to a friend or relative before going out to sea, and to pack a marine radio and float devices.
Two men are missing and presumed drowned in Lake Eloise in Winter Haven, Florida, after jumping in to help a friend retrieve an anchor that had floated away from their boat. The group had been celebrating a one-year anniversary when the incident occurred. Despite extensive search and rescue efforts involving multiple agencies, the men have not yet been found. Boating safety experts stress the importance of wearing life jackets and staying in the boat, as well as receiving proper training and education before going out on the water.