11 June 2024 Don’t Get ‘Ripped’ by Currents and Tides this Summer Rip currents account for more than 80% of rescues performed by surf beach lifeguards. According to the United States Lifesaving Association, rip currents are the No. 1 hazard at a surf beach, leading to tens of thousands of rescues by lifeguards and over 100 drowning fatalities every year in the...
30 April 2024 Maximize summer fun while minimizing risks NORFOLK, Va. — The 101 Critical Days of Summer is the period between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend when off-duty accidents tend to increase across the Navy and Marine Corps. The Naval Safety Command wants you to be prepared and mitigate unnecessary risk during this time...