Grand Lake
 

There was an accident in the lake today and the LDWF, Sheriff dept, commercial fishermen and CG are searching for a missing boater.

Just a thought to pass along. Everyone needs to be aware of the areas they travel by boat. Also know what your boat can handle when it comes to seas. Also wear a PFD when in such conditions for a better chance of making it in the event you are thrown in the water.



Warren

That sucks....I have been in grand lake a few times,it gets rough!

is this the same grand lake, that you can get to from bayou pigeon?

I think he is talking about grand lake south of jennings,la

No, this is south of Lake Arthur in Cameron Parish.




Warren

Damn thats never good to hear! I need to start wearing my PFD in rough stuff.

Any more news about this? I travel that lake often and I do wear my life jacket and kill switch.

Been hearing updates on kaok 1400 am. They basically said the search has turned into a body recovery. Prayers to the family.

prayers sent to all involved

Any other info about it? Any ideas who it might be? I know quiet a few people who are out on that lake at any given time

Very sad

Just heard it was a Theriot. Sad to hear it

I tried to call my uncles, who were out running crab cages, when this all took place yesterday but haven't been able to get in touch with them. I am thinking they are helping in the search again today. If I hear anything I will pass it on.


Warren

I think "Hopper" is a Theriot...

Here is an update
http://www.katc.com/news/kaplan-man-...ameron-parish/

I have a co2 collar jacket that I wear rough or smooth when runnin.. Best 150 bucks I've EVER spent

He was found dead this morning at Umbrella Bay near Long Point Bayou.

This is just my opinion, but a life jacket will not necessarily save your life, it is designed to help you to save your own life. If you are knocked unconscious you don't have a chance if your face down in the water. I know of a few people that have drowned with a life jacket on and it just made them easier to find.

No matter how much you prepare for a trip and take all safety precautions, when your number is pulled there is nothing you can do.


Warren

That is really how life is.