The safety message is part of a joint effort from both Stafford County and Fredericksburg officials to remind residents to be safe over the Memorial Day weekend.
“The Rappahannock River is a beautiful natural resource, but I strongly discourage people from getting in the water,” said Stafford County Administrator Anthony Romanello. “The river can be deadly to those who are not familiar with it. Anyone who must enter the river needs to practice safety at all times, which includes wearing a personal floatation device if an individual must go into the water.”
