Clay Officials Encourage Simple Practices To Avoid Drowning
Clay County officials said simple water safety practices on Dale Hollow Lake can help you avoid a late summer incident. Clay County Emergency Management Director Kyle Haney said safety guidelines from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encourage smarter decision-making on the water. Haney said the initiative aims to ensure that everyone utilizing the county’s […]
Hidden Hazards Pose Drowning Risks On Caney Fork
Local rescue officials warning kayakers to remain vigilant of hidden hazards and water release schedules following a string of recent rescues on the Caney Fork River. Smith County Rescue Squad Volunteer Ricky Gibbs said a group of three kayakers required assistance Tuesday after one individual overturned in a narrow section of the river. Gibbs said […]
Swim Experts Stress Summer Water Safety Precautions
Water safety around your home swimming pool requires multiple layers of protection, according to a local expert. Jessica Parker is an Infant Swimming Resource Certified Master Instructor. Parker said effective supervision serves as the first layer of protection by designating a specific “water watcher” to monitor the pool. Even as an expert in swimming safety, […]
