Chilliwack RCMP urge safety on the water as busy BC Day long weekend approaches

Chilliwack, Upper Fraser Valley

2022-07-29 14:32 PDT

File # Safety on the Water

With the arrival of the summer weather and higher than normal water levels in our local lakes and rivers, the Chilliwack RCMP are reminding the public to keep safety in mind when out on the water.

This includes ensuring that you have all required safety gear, are easily seen by others, not operating a vessel while impaired by drugs or alcohol and being respectful of others using the same area.

The Chilliwack RCMP will be out patrolling our local waterways and conducting proactive enforcement over the BC Day long weekend, and throughout the summer, to ensure recreational users and vessel operators are able to take full advantage of what the Chilliwack area has to offer and in a safe manner.

This is also a reminder to boaters to operate at safe speeds. Visibility, water conditions, proximity to other vessels or people, size of your wake and waterway hazards should be given consideration.

Through education and enforcement, the Chilliwack RCMP are working to ensure a safe and fun summer for everyone who comes to the area, says Sgt. Mike Sargent of the UFVRD RCMP.

The Chilliwack RCMP are asking the public to report any unsafe incidents or activities they observe on our waterways. To report these situations, you can call the Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611. If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Released by:

Sgt. Mike Sargent
Media Relations Officer
Upper Fraser Valley Regional Detachment
604-796-1600
 

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