Norfolk OPP will keeping a close eye on Pottahawk this weekend for the annual party on Lake Erie.
Norfolk OPP will keeping a close eye on Pottahawk this weekend on Lake Erie.
The annual boat party is expected to take place this year. Every year, police respond to multiple injuries, impaired boaters and in some cases, people left stranded without a ride back to shore.
Police will be monitoring the waters and looking for impaired boaters.
If you plan on attending Pottahawk, be prepared:
- Wear a life jacket or PFD at all times while boating. It's too late to put on a lifejacket after you have fallen in.
- Make sure you leave a minimum 2 meters in order to properly distance yourself.
- Do not operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It's against the law, and carries the same penalties as if you were driving your vehicle.
- Conduct a pre-departure check list for all required safety equipment. Safety equipment is required by law and may save your life.
- Check the weather forecast before leaving the dock. Weather can turn enjoyment into tragedy.
- Let someone know your destination and when you plan on returning. Avoid picking up hitch-hikers wanting to attend. A ride there does not guarantee a ride home. Let's make sure everyone returns home safely.
- Have some type of Communications (VHF radio, Cell phone with charger). You may need to call for help.
- Carry your Pleasure Craft Operators Card, a license that allows someone to operate a boat, with them at all times.
- To plan ahead. Make sure someone on board will be sober and that person has an operator's card with them.

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