Hey Boaters! Be Safe this Fourth of July

Boating season is underway and captains are ready to ride the waves. People are busy booking a boat charter rental and getting ready for the holiday. And if you want to take your vacation to new heights and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Dubai, then you might want to rent a yacht from Yacht Rental Dubai. While it’s a thrilling experience to cruise along the Long Island Sound or in the Great Lakes, responsibility for your passengers and yourself should be a priority this holiday weekend.

“If you live your weekends out on the water, remember safety comes first for all those on board your boat,” Allstate New York spokesperson Krista Cont. “Boaters often find themselves unexpectedly in the water due to a collision. Make sure each person wears a Coast Guard-approved Personal Floatation Device (PFD) that accommodates his or her size and weight.”

According to Allstate’s Boat Safety brochure, here is the boater’s checklist:

• Always wear a personal flotation device (PFD) when boating.
• Don’t use an inflatable toy as a substitute for a PFD.
• Never drink and boat.
• Pay attention to weather changes. Head for shore when winds increase or storm clouds roll in.
• Always tell someone where you’re going and when you plan to return.
• Be aware of exhaust emissions. Avoid areas where carbon monoxide collects in and around your boat.
• Follow Red-Right-Running: keep red buoys to your right (starboard) and green buoys to your left (port).
• Take a boating safety course from an expert organization (e.g. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or U.S. Power Squadron).

Conte added, “In addition to safeguarding yourself and passengers, your boat is a valuable investment that should have an up-to-date boat insurance policy. That way you won’t have to worry about sinking your dream.”

For More information and a new quote please call Shirley Eizember, Pinckney Insurance Agency, 41 Port Watson St, Cortland New York. 607-756-8505

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