News Releases

15 Aug 2023

Drastic difference between air and water temperature could kill

With the onset of record-breaking heat across much of the Pacific Northwest, it’s imperative that people wear life jackets while swimming, boating and fishing. While air temperatures may be high, water temperatures can be much lower and can be deadly, according to water safety statistics.

9 Jul 2020

Army Corps of Engineers reports an increase in adult drowning at its lake and river projects this summer

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that more than 30 people lost their lives to drowning in June at lake and river projects the agency manages. The June statistics represent a 47 percent increase in drownings over the same time period last year. USACE also reported that nearly all the drowning victims were adult males between the ages of 18 and 85 and were not wearing a life jacket at the time of the drowning.

10 Apr 2013

Agencies offer free Columbia River boat inspections

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites recreational boaters to prepare their boats for summer by hosting free vessel safety inspections at Columbia Hills State Park from 7 a.m. to noon April 27.