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"Operation Dry Water" Cracks Down On DUI Boaters

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Jun 28, 2009 8:03 am US/Eastern

"Operation Dry Water" Cracks Down On DUI Boaters

MIAMI (CBS4) ― Next weekend most South Floridians will celebrate July 4th with a long holiday weekend spent at backyard barbeques, at the beach or out on the water.

To remind all boaters of the dangers of operating their vessel while under the influence, the U.S. Coast Guard and local enforcement are hitting the water this weekend to crackdown on boaters who are DUI.

According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission 20 percent of all fatal boating accidents involve alcohol. Alcohol not only impairs a boater's judgment but also their balance, vision and reaction time. Sun, wind, noise and vibration which are common "stressors" while out on the water are intensified by the affects of alcohol, drugs and some medications. In Florida, a vessel operator is presumed to be under the influence if their blood or breath alcohol level is at or above .08.

During "Operation Dry Water" law enforcement will not only step up patrols but also educate boaters they pull over about important safety measures including the wearing a life jacket.

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