WMFR pushes for water safety as spring break arrives

West Manatee Fire Rescue inspector Nick Riffe and his son, Bradley, hold signs March 14 along Manatee Avenue to raise awareness about drowning prevention and water safety as part of the fire district’s Wave for Water Safety event. The event was part of WMFR’s annual effort to raise awareness ahead of Spring Break. Islander Photos: Courtesy West Manatee Fire Rescue

Marshall the firedog, from the children’s show “PAW Patrol,” participates March 14 in WMFR’s Wave for Water Safety event outside of the Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

WMFR staff and other participants hold signs March 14 along the side of Manatee Avenue so they can be seen by motorists heading to the beach.