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Georgia authorities on alert for impaired boating on popular lake

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This holiday weekend, authorities are hitting the water to crack down on dangerous boating. Over Memorial Day, in Georgia alone, nearly 30 people were cited for boating under the influence.

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  • Authorities are increasing patrols on Lake Lanier to address impaired boating.
  • Life jacket negligence is a common infraction, with most drowning victims not wearing one. 15s
  • A recent party boat bust led to four arrests and the confiscation of illegal drugs. 45s
  • About half of all boating accidents involve alcohol or drugs, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. 55s
  • Deputies stress that delayed backup on the water makes safety precautions critical. 1m 17s
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