NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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Uniform officers assigned to the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment Marine Unit were out on patrol over the Sept. 20-25, 2022 time period checking a total of 49 vessels during their 20 hours on area waterways. Nineteen operators were educated on various offences under the Canada Shipping Act (CSA) and officers responded to eight calls for service including a previously reported Impaired Boater incident.
Patrols also resulted in one operator being ticketed for a Canada Shipping Act violation along another operator for an offence under the Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA)
Focused patrols were also conducted along the Tiny Township shoreline, the Island's of Beckwith, Giants Tomb and local marina's to help reduce the incidence of impaired driving and other alcohol related offences.
Wearing your Lifejacket while on the water especially now with the cooler days of fall approaching, will definitely increase your chances of survival if you should go overboard. Lets be prepared for these approaching temperatures by having the appropriate and approved lifejackets and or floater suits on board for all vessel occupants.
As of 12:00 p.m. September 26, 2022 the surface water temperature according to the Government of Canada Weather Buoy at Buoy position: 44.95N 80.63W is 17 degrees Celsius.
Attach a pealess whistle and a small watertight flashlight to the exterior of your lifejacket or floater suit to assist in rescue efforts.
Remember, if you see a possible impaired operator "Make the Call" and dial 911 and help prevent a marine tragedy.
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