Operation Dry Water 2024 says, ‘Don’t boat under the influence!’ [Video]

HARTFORD, Conn. — Boating under the influence can no longer be ignored, as it factors significantly into incidents, crashes and deaths on waterways across the United States.

To curb boating under the influence, officials from local, state and federal agencies are collaborating as part of Operation Dry Water, a national campaign that is raising awareness and enforcing laws that prevent residents from boating while consuming drugs or alcohol.

Each agency will have officers on waterways throughout Connecticut providing enforcement and education about the dangers of boating while impaired, the release said.

Coinciding with the Fourth of July – a holiday known for increased activity on the water – the 2024 Operation Dry Water heightened awareness and enforcement period will occur later this week from July 4-6.

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