Story by Tom Conning | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Northwestern Division | 05.22.2024
Every year, USACE publishes updated statistics for water safety (or lack thereof) at its project locations throughout the country. In the eight years I’ve been working for USACE, the statistics on drownings have not significantly changed (that I can recall), regardless of the amount of focus and messaging the enterprise has published. Again, it’s no surprise that USACE data from 2023 shows......
Story by Cpl. Douglas Simons | Marine Corps Installations Pacific | 11.03.2016
The islands of Okinawa have some of the most beautiful beaches, surrounding waters, and diving or snorkeling spots in the world. Service members and their families need to recognize how to enjoy these wonders safely and responsibly, however, as water-related dangers are some of the most prominent causes of fatalities to Status of Forces Agreement personnel on Okinawa....
Story by Lance Cpl. Harley Thomas | Marine Corps Base Hawaii | 07.02.2015
On the mainland, temperatures will begin to fall as the summer months draw to an end. Fall will pass and winter will bring snow and rainfall; short, cold days and long, even cooler nights. Men and women everywhere will dream of their vacation, saving each paycheck in hopes of escaping to paradise. Somewhere warm. Someplace with beautiful mountains, surrounded by equally beautiful water....
