Boating Boom Brings Safety Checks

Memorial Day weekend in Volusia County turned into a summer boating frenzy, with record crowds flooding the waterways — and law enforcement on high alert. Despite relaxed random checks, officers still pulled over boats for minor issues like missing decals or unreadable vessel numbers, emphasizing that small details can spell big trouble on the water. Seven people were rescued after their boat broke down off New Smyrna Beach, a stark reminder to always check gear before heading out. Agencies including the Sheriff’s Office, local police, and the Coast Guard worked seamlessly together — thanks to regular training — to manage the chaos and keep everyone safe while they soaked up the sun. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/656f429f2dfe67b2