River Rescue Reminds Us to Float Safe | Sacramento News

A recent river rescue on the Stanislaus River is sparking urgent safety warnings: don’t underestimate the risks of floating in summer heat. The Ripon Fire Department had to deploy their rescue boat after people missed the last safe exit at Caswell Memorial State Park, where steep, overgrown banks make escape nearly impossible. Officials report multiple rescues this year — often involving groups where one person gets stranded and others don’t notice. Life vests aren’t optional — they can mean the difference between life and death. Even seasoned floaters stress staying alert to river flow and exit points. Safety gear and awareness are non-negotiable for a fun, safe float. 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/882184e67f5add98