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Park Police put watercraft users on alert

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Fri, Jul 21st 2017 02:05 pm
The New York State Park Police reminds boaters and Jet Ski operators that operating in the federally restricted exclusionary zone above Niagara Falls is prohibited. Violators will face charges for entering this restricted area by either state or federal authorities.
This year, between May 29 and July16, there have been nine incidents involving boats or Jet Ski's that have ignored the warning buoys and signage located in the upper Niagara River, near the New York State Power Authority water intakes.
Boat and Jet Ski operators are responsible for knowing the area they are operating in, being aware of natural and man-made hazards, and reviewing navigation charts prior to entering an area that they are unfamiliar.
For more information on this topic, contact the New York State Park Police at 716-278-1777.

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