Boating Accidents

As summer heatwaves begin, Arizona’s lakes and waterways become congested with boats, jet skis, and swimmers looking to cool off. While the time on the water should be fun and help cool you off, the inexperienced or inebriated drivers put ...

Boating is a popular activity in Arizona, where lakes are plentiful and sunny days are the norm. Unfortunately, the frequency with which people take to the water results in an increase in the number of boating accidents. If you or ...

Each year, Arizona experiences an average of 107 boating accidents, according to the 2019 Recreational Boating Statistics. The most common causes of boating accidents include operator distraction and inattention. Excessive speed, operator inexperience, machinery failure, alcohol use, poor weather conditions, ...

Arizona’s scenic lakes are the perfect place to go to beat the heat and engage in recreational activities, such as boating. To keep boaters safe on the water, Arizona enforces a number of essential laws and regulations. No one under ...