FWC cited 14 boaters for boating under influence during Blue Angels air show

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission removed 14 boaters for boating under the influence during the four-day Pensacola Beach Air Show.

Despite what appeared to be hundreds of boats in the water near Casino Beach, however, there were no significant boat accidents reported. Two minor boat accidents were reported.

“Blue Angels Weekend is a much-anticipated tradition for so many people in our area,” said FWC Northwest Regional Commander Maj. Robby Creech. “I am proud of the dedication and commitment shown by the officers in our region, our local law enforcement partners and FWC officers from outside our area who volunteered to take time away from their lives and their family to travel here to protect the boating public and provide a safe environment for everyone to enjoy. That’s really what it’s is all about.”

Officers from the FWC worked closely with local law enforcement and the U.S. Coast Guard to conduct heightened patrols throughout the four-day event, looking for signs of boating safety violations and impairment.