The last thing you want is for a fun vacation day on the water to turn into a disaster, where a boating accident leads to property damage, injuries and even - in the worst-case scenarios - deaths.To avoid these potential consequences, make sure you know how to stay...
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Boating Accidents
Part I: 3 things you should know before boating in San Diego
One of the many benefits of living so close to the Pacific Ocean is the ability to pass the time on the open water, whether in a speedboat, sailboat or Jet Ski. There are countless ways to enjoy not only the ocean, but also the many lakes and rivers in and around San...
SoCal boating accident highlights need to obey no wake zones
Southern California offers beautiful weather and plentiful areas to enjoy the water. From paddle boarding and surfing to fishing and riding fast in motor boats, residents and tourists alike can find fun activities in the water. In an attempt to help keep everyone...
Freedom Boat Club comes to San Diego, California
Boating is a great way to get out and enjoy the waters of San Diego and surrounding areas. Although boating is a lot of fun, some hesitate to take on the extra responsibilities inherent to owning a boat. These can include the time and cost of maintaining a water...
Coast Guard: boating accidents on the rise
Two vehicles crashing together is a dangerous event, but the dangers are even greater when these accidents occur on the water. Boating accidents can be tragic since in addition to injuries connected to the crash itself victims could also face the danger of drowning...
San Diego Boat Show an opportunity to discuss boating safety
San Diego's International Boat Show was a hit. The president of South Coast Yachts told Boating Magazine that the show was "the best we've had in years." Numbers are coming in to back this statement. The magazine further reported this year's show had a 24 percent...
Possible dereliction of duty and more probed in ferry disaster
There was a time when the concept of "Duck and Cover" was associated with nuclear attack during the cold war. Older readers of this blog will know what we mean.When we witness apparent signs of duck and cover these days, especially if it's associated with some sort of...
Rescued-at-sea baby and family back in San Diego
Lots of eyes are likely turned to San Diego today. That's because a young family is coming home after an at-sea rescue this week. According to the California Air National Guard commander who was the first to get the mayday call, rescuers reached the family just in...
Boating safety: You might mandate it. Is it worth it?
When you get into a motor vehicle and take to the road, the law requires everyone on board to be properly restrained. There are a few exceptions, but it is the rule for the vast majority of situations. The reason for the mandate in California is the recognition that...
Boat accident at San Diego reservoir injures two
Two people are in the hospital recovering from injuries they incurred in a boating accident at a California reservoir earlier this month. The specific nature of the victims’ injuries has not been widely reported, although they are described as...