Now that the ice is out, a lot of people are getting ready to put their boats on lakes and rivers. But the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says not so fast.

Just because we live in Florida doesn't mean we can ignore the dangers of a cold-water dunking. I know most of us who've grown up in the Sunshine State have spent our share of time submerged, but ...

Being properly prepared can make the difference between life and death for boaters who take to the water during cold weather, according to the U. S. Coast Guard.

As water temperature drops, beware of cold-weather boating dangers. ... Yes, hypothermia can kill, but many cold-water deaths are linked to drowning, according to a Coast Guard study.

The combination of high winds and areas kept open by waterfowl or aerators have created large pockets of open water on some lakes and making favorite ice fishing ...

Jumping into icy cold water can make for an exciting fundraising event taking place during winter months in Northern Michigan. The Michigan Special Olympics' Polar Bear Plunge is a well-known type ...

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MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- Even with the upcoming weekend heat wave, Minnesotans still need to take caution of cold water conditions while boating for the first time this season. With lake temperatures ...

It may seem warm outside, but the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is reminding boaters that waters remain dangerously cold. “With the trout season now under way, boaters ...

The Met Office has told swimmers to be careful in “cold” open water when 27C temperatures hit parts of the UK next week. Temperatures are forecast to climb from Sunday, and the Royal National ...