A Look at the Numbers for 2009 Florida Boating Accidents

As the weather continues to warm, more and more boaters will be hitting the open waters. That means your risk of suffering a maritime injury in a Florida boating accident is increased. A look at the 2009 numbers for Florida boating accidents will show you how dangerous boating can be.

Florida is congested with boats
According to the 2009 Florida Boating Accident Statistical Report, there were 982,470 registered vessels in the state of Florida. This is the highest amount in the nation.

Florida boating accidents
The numbers are staggering. In 2009:

• There were 620 total reportable boating accidents in Florida.
• There were 426 reported injuries

Fatal boating accidents
Unfortunately, many boaters lost their lives in 2009.

• There were 65 reported fatalities resulting from Florida boating accidents
• 20 of those fatalities occurred when a boater fell overboard
• More than half occurred on vessels less than 18 feet in length
• 69% were drownings
• 18.5% were caused by drug or alcohol use

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If you or someone you know has been injured in a Florida boating accident, contact one of our experienced maritime attorneys at the Law Offices of Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C. at (713) 224-7800 or (877) 724-7800.