SRP restocks Maricopa County lakes with 175 life jackets
Donation to support boaters and shoreline swimmers at five county lakes
Pictured from left, Rori Minor of SRP, MCSO Sgt. Robert Marske, Tori Galberth of SRP and Tatum Smiley of SRP pose in front of 175 life jackets donated to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Lake Patrol.
Photo courtesy of SRP
On Thursday, Aug. 14, Salt River Project (SRP) donated 175 life jackets to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Lake Patrol for distribution across the county’s five lakes.
According to a press release, the life jackets will be used to restock life jacket loaner stations at boat ramps. These stations offer free, short-term use of life jackets to boaters and shoreline swimmers, helping to prevent drownings and promote water safety.
The donation provided a short-term use of life jackets for boaters and shoreline swimmers at five county lakes. (Photo courtesy of SRP)
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SRP restocks Maricopa County lakes with 175 life jackets
Donation to support boaters and shoreline swimmers at five county lakes
Photo courtesy of SRP
Pictured from left, Rori Minor of SRP, MCSO Sgt. Robert Marske, Tori Galberth of SRP and Tatum Smiley of SRP pose in front of 175 life jackets donated to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Lake Patrol.
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On Thursday, Aug. 14, Salt River Project (SRP) donated 175 life jackets to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Lake Patrol for distribution across the county’s five lakes.
According to a press release, the life jackets will be used to restock life jacket loaner stations at boat ramps. These stations offer free, short-term use of life jackets to boaters and shoreline swimmers, helping to prevent drownings and promote water safety.
The donation provided a short-term use of life jackets for boaters and shoreline swimmers at five county lakes. (Photo courtesy of SRP)
Due to budget cuts this year, and because some life jackets are not returned after use, many loaner stations have been left empty, creating a safety gap for lake visitors.
The donation will help ensure that families can continue to access life jackets at no cost.
SRP has an ongoing commitment to raise awareness about water safety. To learn more about other water safety resources, including free and low-cost swimming classes, visit srp.net/watersafety.
