As the weather warms and Utahns hit lakes and reservoirs, state recreation officials are emphasizing the importance of wearing a life jacket.
The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation says these tragedies underscore a vital message: Life jackets save lives, but only if you wear them.
Utah law requires a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket for every person on board a watercraft. That includes boats, paddleboards, canoes and kayaks.
Children 12 and younger must wear a lift jacket at all times. Though not required, recreation officials urge adults to do the same.
