Boise Fire Department officials are urging Treasure Valley residents to exercise patience and refrain from recreating on the Boise River until crews have properly reduced hazardous debris from the currents.
Fallen trees and fast-moving water are just a few of the things that increase danger risks for those floating, paddling and diving in the river.
The Idaho Press reports that over the past four years, Boise Fire responded to an average of almost 50 incidents during the summer months of June, July and August, and on average, almost 31 of those incidents resulted in a water rescue.
Boise Fire advised any and all recreationalists in the meantime to wear a life jacket, don’t swim or float alone and to know what they are doing in case of an emergency situation.
Boise Fire recognizes it is hot and the river looks very appealing, but right now it is not a safe place to be.
Full story at IdahoPress.com
