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Environment
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Lake wind advisory affecting the Greater Lake Tahoe Area until early Monday morning winds gusting up to 40 mph

Southwest winds 15–25 mph, gusts up to 40 mph, and 2–4 foot waves make Lake Tahoe unsafe for small boats, kayaks, and paddle boards.
Environment
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Lake wind advisory affecting the Greater Lake Tahoe Area from Thursday to Saturday

Lake Tahoe will experience southwest winds 10–25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and 1–4 foot waves; small boats should stay off the lake.
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World news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

13-year-old swims for hours to save stranded family swept out to sea

A 13-year-old swam about 4 kilometers to shore and helped save his mother and two siblings after the family was swept about 14 kilometers offshore.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Person rescued after trying to sail to island on inflatable mattress

Donations fund on-the-ground, paywall-free journalism; RNLI rescued a person on an inflatable mattress and warned against using blow-up toys at sea.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Moment Western Australian divers surface to see their boat had disappeared caught in footage

Two divers became stranded when their anchored boat drifted away off Mindarie, Western Australia, but they were rescued and later recovered and re-anchored the boat.
Environment
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Wind advisory for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area for Friday and Saturday gusts to hit 55 mph

A wind advisory for Greater Lake Tahoe warns of strong southwest winds with dangerous gusts; secure outdoor items, avoid boating, and prepare for power outages.
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
5 months ago

Rare sighting of harbor porpoise recorded in Napa River, experts urge distance

He said the animal doesn't appear to be in distress and will likely remain in the area as long as food is plentiful before heading back toward San Francisco Bay and the open ocean. Rulli urged boaters and kayakers to keep their distance. Make sure you're giving a wide berth, especially if you're in a waterway, and observe it from a safe distance, he said.
Environment
US news
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Video: 2 humpback whales breach right next to N.H. fishermen

Two 60-foot humpback whales breached about 40 feet from a fishing boat off New Hampshire, narrowly missing two fishermen.
Environment
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 months ago

Update: Lake wind advisory issued by the NWS until Monday night

Southwest winds 10–20 mph with gusts to 35 mph and 1–3 ft waves make Lake Tahoe and Pyramid Lake unsafe for small boats 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Food & drink
fromwww.amny.com
6 months ago

After another boat sinks in Brooklyn, experts remind New Yorkers about safety when boating in local waters | amNewYork

Increased awareness about boat safety is crucial as incidents rise during the summer boating season.
New York City
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago

SHOCK VIDEO: Distressed Whale Smashes Into New Jersey Boat, Sending Woman Overboard

A minke whale died after a distressing collision with a motorboat in Barnegat Bay, causing a nearby boat to flip.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Whale killed off Jersey Shore after bashing boat, throwing passenger into water

A woman was knocked from her boat off the Jersey Shore when a distressed whale bashed the vessel, shocking footage shows.
Environment
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago

Lake Tahoe boating tragedy: Victims completed safety course, but half of California boaters have not

Only 45% of California boaters have completed required safety courses despite laws aiming to enhance operational safety.
California
fromSFGATE
8 months ago

California teen found floating in Lake Havasu dies at hospital

A 17-year-old teen from California tragically drowned while recreationally operating a personal watercraft at Lake Havasu.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Lake Tahoe boating tragedy: Big waves, cold water, strong winds created deadly conditions

Boating accidents, though rare, can lead to tragic outcomes, underscoring the importance of safety and weather awareness while enjoying California's waterways.
fromBoston.com
8 months ago

700-pound sea turtle washes up dead on Martha's Vineyard

Local wildlife advocates have urged caution among boaters after a 700-pound leatherback sea turtle washed ashore on Martha's Vineyard, marking a worrying seasonal stranding.
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Miami food
fromMiami Herald
9 months ago

Two boats exploded off Fort Lauderdale within 5 months. Tips to avoid a similar fate

Boating safety measures are crucial to prevent explosions caused by fuel vapors, especially during fueling or starting.
Law
fromMiami Herald
10 months ago

'Lucy's Law,' named after teen killed in Biscayne Bay boat crash, passes in session's final hours

Lucy's Law strengthens boat crash penalties after the tragic death of a Miami teenager, aiming to promote safety on the waters.
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