SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – A simple life jacket can make or break a child’s chance of surviving a water accident, yet every year some kids go without. KOLR10 met with Steve Firestine, the general manager of ...

No matter how good a swimmer you are, there are going to be times you’ll need to wear a life jacket. In fact, you probably need one more often than you think. These life-saving devices aren’t just for ...

Life jackets are not one size one size fits all. There are three important things to keep in mind when picking one out: That it's the right kind for the activity, that it's U.S. Coast Guard approved ...

GRAND HAVEN, Mich. (WOOD) — Summer weather is here, which means Lake Michigan beaches will soon be swarming with swimmers. But before hitting the water, remember arguably the most important piece of ...

It takes two clicks to strap on a life jacket. Some might be bulky, uncomfortable and ugly, but remember life jackets save lives. In the U.S. experts say drowning is the second leading cause of ...

Spring is officially here. Finally! It’s time to start getting the boat ready for summer. The most important piece of safety equipment on your vessel is your life jacket. However, a life jacket that ...