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For this guide, I collected a dozen toddler life jackets for testing. Then I asked myself, how many children under 30 pounds are actually going to be paddling while wearing these? The answer: almost ...

No matter how good a swimmer you are, there are going to be times you’ll need to wear a life jacket. In fact, you probably need one more often than you think. These life-saving devices aren’t just for ...

GRAND HAVEN, Mich. (WOOD) — Summer weather is here, which means Lake Michigan beaches will soon be swarming with swimmers. But before hitting the water, remember arguably the most important piece of ...

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CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Over the past few years, life jacket labels have changed. To stay safe, it’s essential to check if you have the correct one for the activity you’re participating in, ...

As summer weather heats up, fun-seekers across California are heading to lakes, rivers and the ocean to cool off. The increase in temperatures has coincided with a recent rash of water-related deaths ...

The holiday weekend is almost here, and it will be warm. Are you heading out on the water? Put on your life jacket! Washington has seen 23 boating deaths in the past two years. Officials said 61% of ...