Virginia wildlife officials warn boaters of hefty penalties for reckless behavior and missing safety gear as they prep for an influx of summer traffic.
OCCOQUAN, Va. — With the unofficial start of summer just days away, Virginia wildlife officials are warning boaters that reckless behavior and missing safety gear could carry heavy penalties.
The awareness campaign comes during National Safe Boating Week, running from May 16 to 22, as authorities prepare for a massive influx of holiday traffic starting on Memorial Day weekend. Officials are particularly focused on high-traffic areas like the Occoquan River in Northern Virginia,
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