CG Safety Week through May 24

NEW ORLEANS – Throughout National Safe Boating Week, which runs through May 24, members from Coast Guard Sector Mobile, Ala., and the Coast Guard Auxiliary will be visiting area boat ramps, conducting vessel safety checks, and answering safe boating questions. This year’s National Safe Boating Week’s slogan for the year is “Wear It.” The campaign focuses on the proper usage and fitting of life jackets for all on-the-water activities. Main events will include CG Station Destin, Fla., holding a search and rescue demonstration May 21 to highlight CG assets and capabilities. “We look forward to positive interactions and teaching moments to increase on-water safety throughout the summer boating season,” said Ensign Andrew Goetz of CG Sector Mobile. (Source: Coast Guard 05/17/19)