(CBS4) - Even with a gorgeous Colorado weekend in the high country, a dark cloud looms over Lake Dillon as Summit County Sheriff Ranger Erin Sirek patrols the waters. "We've had a number of drownings ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Experts share their tips for choosing the safest life jacket — and when you should be wearing one. (Getty Images) (Lisa5201 via ...

HOUSTON — The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends kids use U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets to reduce the risk of drowning. Life jackets can be used for a variety of activities ranging ...

Earlier this year, the U.S. Coast Guard implemented a new rule to harmonize standards for personal flotation devices (PFDs) with Canada. This change incorporates new American National Standards ...

Discover the science and importance of PFDs, or personal floatation devices. We're jumping into the science and importance of personal floatation devices - you know, your life jacket! Wearing a PFD ...

With vibrant and sleek designs, Bombora looks to add some style and efficiency to the personal flotation device market.Jon and Jen Sherman founded Bombora a few years ago as they and their children ...

Connecticut officials are reminding operators of kayaks, canoes and other manual powered watercraft that they're required to wear life jackets from now through the summer. The Connecticut Department ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The eight people who died during a birthday boat trip on Lake Tahoe last month were found without life preservers after a fierce storm upended their vessel and flung them into the ...

Because drowning is the leading cause of death for children between ages 1 and 4, you’ll want to make sure you’re equipped with the right safety gear. And one of the most important items you can have, ...