Maritime Accidents
Alcohol Is the #1 Killer in Boating Accidents: What 2024 Coast Guard Data Reveals
Alcohol was the #1 known contributing factor in fatal boating accidents in 2024, responsible for 92 deaths — 20% of all boating fatalities.
Boating Safety
Maritime Accidents
The Hidden Danger on the Water: Why Kayaks and Paddleboards Now Account for 26% of Boating Deaths
Paddlecraft deaths — kayaks, SUPs, and canoes — now account for 26% of all U.S. boating fatalities and the number is rising.
Maritime Accidents
87% of Boating Drowning Victims Weren't Wearing Life Jackets — Here's What the Data Shows
Coast Guard data shows 87% of boating drowning victims in 2024 were not wearing a life jacket. Drowning accounts for 76% of all boating deaths.
Maritime Accidents
The Most Dangerous Waters in America: Where Boating Accidents Happen Most
New USCG data reveals which U.S. coastal areas and cities see the most boating accidents — and Florida dominates the list.