Missouri Water Patrol rewards kids wearing life jackets at the Lake of the Ozarks

LAKE OZARK, Mo. (KY3) – Ameren Missouri and the Missouri Water Patrol are teaming as much as promote boating security.

Children noticed carrying a life jacket might be rewarded a free t-shirt by troopers on the Fourth of July weekend.

“A day of cruising at Lake of the Ozarks is an effective way to have fun Independence Day, however we wish to be certain that everybody does so safely,” stated Captain Mike Petlanksy, MSHP water patrol division director. “Sporting a correctly fitted life jacket is among the greatest methods to remain secure on the water.”

The water patrol says to put on a well-fitted life jacket whereas boating or strolling close to water. It’s the legislation for youths below seven to have it on until they’re contained in the cabin of a houseboat.

“We’ve got been doing this program for about ten years and even longer, so fairly a while,” stated Brian Geier, Missouri State Water Patrol. “It’s a great way to work together with the general public on a optimistic degree.”

Alongside this system, the water patrol ensures everybody abides by the lake’s legal guidelines on this busy Fourth of July weekend.

”Most of our calls have been safety-related stories of careless vessels which might embody too near docks or swimmers within the water,” stated Geier. “We’ve got made fairly a couple of contacts and issued citations and tickets.”

Water Patrol says it’s a hectic weekend, so anticipate to take care of visitors, and if you happen to do water sports activities, go to a cove or a much less populated space.

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