No matter how good a swimmer you are, there are going to be times you’ll need to wear a life jacket. In fact, you probably need one more often than you think. These life-saving devices aren’t just for ...

HOUSTON — The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends kids use U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets to reduce the risk of drowning. Life jackets can be used for a variety of activities ranging ...

For this guide, I collected a dozen life jackets for children and youth between 30 and 90 pounds. This range can encompass kids anywhere between the ages of 3 to 12. If you're looking for a PFD for an ...

I'm a gear and travel writer splitting time in Colorado and Alaska. Stay safe on the water with one of the best life jackets. Also known as a personal flotation device or PFD, a life jacket stands as ...

As summer weather heats up, fun-seekers across California are heading to lakes, rivers and the ocean to cool off. The increase in temperatures has coincided with a recent rash of water-related deaths ...

Life jackets save lives, but only if they are worn. A recent incident on the Chatfield Reservoir highlights the importance of wearing a life jacket. A boater fell into the reservoir after their ...