07/03/2026
As part of the annual Operation Dry Water campaign, NC Wildlife Law Enforcement is increasing water patrols this weekend to reduce impaired boating.
Alcohol remains the leading contributing factor in recreational boater deaths. So far this year, 62 boating incidents have occurred in North Carolina and nine were fatal. Last year in North Carolina, boating incidents resulted in 26 fatalities.
Officers urge everyone to operate vessels sober, designate a responsible operator and wear a life jacket to help prevent tragedies on the water.
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