A person operating a personal watercraft equipped by the manufacturer with a lanyard type engine cutoff switch must attach such lanyard to his person, clothing, or personal flotation device as is appropriate for the specific vessel. However, an agent or employee of a fire or emergency rescue service is exempt from this subsection while performing his official duties. A personal watercraft must at all times be operated in a reasonable and prudent manner. No person under the age of 14 shall operate a personal watercraft on the waters of this state. Any person who violates this subsection shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s.
Lightning can strike many miles away from the storm itself.
Storms offshore can cause dangerous swimming conditions.