According to the Coast Guard, Type I (offshore life jackets) are best for rough seas or remote situations where a rescue may be delayed. Type II (near-shore life jackets) are for calm, inland ...

A mother says the life jacket she recently bought for her 6-year-old son filled with water while they were at the lake, nearly drowning him.

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Over the past few years, life jacket labels have changed. To stay safe, it’s essential to check if you have the correct one for the activity you’re participating in ...