2021 Lake Time
Pomme de Terre Lake, MO
be safe and use good judgment while enjoying the many
accidental deaths for people 15-44 years of age.
intended to be in the water!
Statistics show that 96 percent of those who drown at
Corps lakes may have survived if they were wearing a life
it comes with responsibilities. In order to have a fun and
memorable trip on the water you need to be safe and by
being prepared for anything that could happen.
factors that contribute too many boating accidents every
Boaters are urged to manage these risk factors and follow
these rules to keep them and those around them safe.
Alcohol and water don’t mix
Alcohol use is the leading contributing factor in nearly 20
shows that four hours of boating produces fatigue that
simulates drunkenness. Boating fatigue combined with
increases accident risks.
Boaters
with governing state laws and have proper safety equipment
onboard before boating. Seventy percent of reported fatalities
occurred on boats where the operator had not received
a life jacket – don’t just carry one on board. Make sure it is
U.S. Coast Guard approved and appropriately sized. Don’t
your boat for all required safety equipment. Carry a set of
plan with family or friends who are not on the vessel.
Swimming and Knowing Your Limits
areas is the highest (47%) cause for all water-related fatalities
those were in non-designated swimming areas. Don’t take
in designated areas. Watch your children at all times when
around the water. It takes an average of 20 seconds for a child
to drown. Never dive into lakes and rivers. Never rely on toys
the water! Never swim alone.
Water Safety, Everyone’s Responsibility
Water safety must be a top priority for everyone using Pomme
de Terre Lake this summer. An estimated 1.3 million people
visit Pomme de Terre Lake annually. Statistics show that most
the months of April through September. Fifty percent of all
the busiest and water temperatures are warmest. Males
constitute 89 percent of all Corps water related fatalities.
person accompanying you is wearing their life jacket and boat
safely using good judgment. A little time spent now on these
details will go a long way towards making 2021 a wonderful
summer to remember.
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Corps of Engineers
417-745-6411.
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Keep Your
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