(CITY OF TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) The Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were called to a stranded fisherman on Lake Temiskaming on October 12, 2013 at approximately 3:35 p.m.
The fisherman observed his boat to be sinking and made attempts to get back to shore. Approximately 200 meters before arriving at shore, the boat sank and capsized. He was able to keep himself above water while witnesses observed the incident and contacted police.
The OPP Marine Unit attended immediately and the fisherman was rescued without injury.
About 90% of people who drown in recreational boating incidents are not wearing a lifejacket. Ensure you have a lifejacket or a PDF for each person on board and that they fit properly. Conditions like rough winds and waves or cold water can make it hard or impossible to find your lifejacket and put it on.
A lifejacket is the best insurance you can have so find one that fits properly and wear it!
For more information on boating safety visit, www.boatingsafety.gc.ca.
