04/12/2026
Warm weather is finally here, and we know many of you are heading out to enjoy our beautiful lakes.
But remember—while the air may feel warm, the water is still dangerously cold this time of year. Cold water shock can happen in seconds, even to strong swimmers.
Please wear your life jacket every time you’re on or near the water. It’s the simplest way to protect yourself and the people you’re with.
Every few years, Middlesex Ambulance responds to drowning incidents on Canandaigua Lake. One life lost is one too many—and these tragedies are preventable.
Help us keep our community safe. Wear your life jacket.
NEW: Two people were rescued after a boat capsized on Canandaigua Lake. Officials say both were wearing life jackets and were pulled to safety by a nearby boater. They were checked at shore and did not require further treatment.