“I’ve got a great crew with me. These guys are highly trained professionals, I’ve seen them in action,” U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer Second Class Thomas Aveni said.News4JAX had the opportunity to watch as the Coast Guard demonstrated a rescue drill.
When it comes to drinking and boating, the blood alcohol limit for a boater over the age of 21 is 0.08, the same as for a person driving a car. Another very important item to have when boating is a life jacket. It should be bright in color to make the person more visible in the water. Plus, the life jacket should fit the person well, and everyone on board should have one.