{"id":455135,"date":"2026-09-06T05:16:25","date_gmt":"2026-09-06T05:16:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/455135\/"},"modified":"2026-09-06T05:16:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-06T05:16:25","slug":"sacramento-county-rangers-warn-of-risks-for-labor-day-river-visitors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/455135\/","title":{"rendered":"Sacramento County rangers warn of risks for Labor Day river visitors"},"content":{"rendered":"

(FOX40.COM) \u2014 A massive wave of visitors is expected at Sacramento County’s rivers on Labor Day, so park rangers gave vital tips to avoid injuries and citations.\u00a0<\/p>\n

FOX40 reporter Canyon Mizera joined George Tsikis, a Sacramento County Regional Parks ranger, for a safety watch at the San Juan Rapids along the American River on Saturday. Tsikis gave helpful tips for staying safe while protecting those on the river.<\/p>\n

\"<em>Sacramento<\/a><\/p>\n

Sacramento County Regional Parks rangers conduct a safety watch on the American River on Saturday.<\/p>\n

\"<em>Ranger<\/a><\/p>\n

Ranger George Tsikis gives river safety tips for Labor Day weekend.<\/p>\n

“My recommendation is for everybody to wear a life jacket,” Tsikis advised people who plan to take a trip to the rapids.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“I don’t care if you’re under 13 or over 13, you need a life jacket when you’re going down these rapids,” Tsikis said. He also explained that many Sacramento County parks have free life vests available to use.<\/p>\n

Excess alcohol consumption is another hidden danger that people brush off until it’s too late.<\/p>\n

According to Tsikis, all consumption is prohibited afloat and on shore from Sept. 5 through Sept. 7 to keep visitors safe across the entire American River. He noted that people “end up drinking a lot” while also staying out with no food or water for multiple hours, creating a dangerous health situation.<\/p>\n

So those heading to the water during Labor Day weekend are welcome to bring kayaks and paddleboards, but should leave the booze behind.<\/p>\n

\"<em>Park<\/a><\/p>\n

Park rangers park a boat on the American River shoreline during a safety watch on Saturday.<\/p>\n

FOX40’s Canyon Mizera contributed additional reporting to this story.<\/p>\n

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