There's a lot of reasons to be out on or in the water in Chicago in summer, but with that comes some warnings from city officials about safety to bring water rescues down from last summer.
A rescue demonstration was held on North Avenue Beach Thursday, showing all that goes into water rescue missions. Several rescue boats and helicopters were in action over Lake Michigan as first responders tossed a training object into the water and went to work.
Officials said there were about 270 water rescue responses last summer throughout the city, and to kick off this season they said there's already been an increase in distressed boats and drownings. Sometimes rescue crews have to deal with hazardous five to six foot waves that are difficult to navigate, making the on-the-water training even more important.
The city is also getting ready to open its public pools later this month, with hopes of avoiding last year's lifeguard shortage that caused some pools to remain closed.
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