The number of drownings is down at the Russian River in recent years, and life jacket use is up.
Even in summer, the calm surface of the Russian River masks hidden hazards. This summer, the county parks department has expanded its River Patrol safety program at several popular beaches along the River’s lower reach. Independent producer Bruce Robinson reports.
River patrols continue through Labor Day. Find a photo of the life jacket station at norcalpublicmedia.org. Hear this story on demand with our free KRCB mobile app. You can also find this and past stories on our new North Bay Report Facebook page. Comment, share and give us a like there. Follow the North Bay Report on Twitter @KRCBNews.
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