Operation Dry Water: Safer Boating This Summer | Madison News

This Fourth of July, law enforcement is hitting the lakes hard with Operation Dry Water—aiming not just to arrest, but to save lives. Sergeant Kyle McNally leads the charge, stressing that zero drunk drivers is the goal, not a pile of citations. With 20+ agencies on board, patrols are ramping up, but the real focus is prevention: checking registrations, safety gear, and spotting impairment before it escalates. Sobriety tests on the water are unique—eye movement and coordination reveal intoxication even before a breathalyzer. Last year’s four drownings, mostly from no life jackets, underscore the deadly combo of booze, sun, and water. McNally and his team aren’t cops—they’re ambassadors, building trust to keep lakes safe for everyone. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2473fe9214591c02