As temperatures rise and summer approaches, swimming and boating will be commonplace in Clark County.
But just because it’s hot outside doesn’t mean it’s safe to dive right in. Area lakes and rivers are still quite cold, and rivers can be carrying debris and flowing more quickly than they might seem to be, said Brian Schlottmann, an environmental public health program manager with Clark County Public Health.
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