oklahoma boating collision
Preventing Boating Accidents in Oklahoma This Summer
In addition to the natural Oxbow and Playa lakes, Oklahoma has more than 200 man-made lakes. There are more lakes created by dams in Oklahoma than in any other state in the United States, and many of them are great for boating. If you are going out on a boat this summer, it is important that you exercise caution. Boating can be dangerous, and collisions often result in devastating injuries.
Here are a few ways in which you can reduce your chances of being involved in an Oklahoma boating accident:
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Woman Killed in Oklahoma Boating Accident
A 52-year-old Ardmore woman was killed over the Memorial Day weekend in a boating accident. According to a KXII news report, the fatal OK boat accident occurred at Lake Murray in Ardmore. Officials say she was ejected and fatally injured when two boats collided. The eight other people involved in the incident were not injured. Authorities are currently investigating if the 34-year-old driver of the other boat was drinking at the time of the crash.
An important part of safe boating is remaining sober. Oklahoma boaters who operate while under the influence of drugs or alcohol put everyone on the water at risk. Boating under the influence is one of the leading causes of fatal boating accidents nationwide. Since Memorial Day weekend of 2011, Oklahoma has adopted a state law that lowered the legal blood alcohol limit for boat operators from .10 to .08 percent. Boat operators who are under the influence must submit to an alcohol test and they may be held accountable for the damages they cause.
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