Officials emphasize water safety after rafting accident in the Colorado River [Video]

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – After a rafting excursion with three men turned into a dangerous accident leaving one man dead and another missing, safety has been on the minds of a few Colorado agencies.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife released tips to stay safe while boating and participating in water activities. Those tips include:

• Check your equipment
• Wear the proper life vest
• Attend a Boating Safely in Colorado course
• Get a safety inspection on your vessel
• Review navigation techniques
• Learn what to do in the event of an incident

The Grand County Sheriff’s office has led the investigation into the disappearance of the passenger in the kayak. They are looking for a 61-year-old man from the Denver metro. After they retrieved the raft, authorities found three unused life vests in the vessel. They emphasized the importance of following the proper steps toward safe recreating.

“The river is a super fun place to be, but they also have inherent …