safety / AS OF apr 16: current water temp 51–60º
Rowers should use common sense in the face of inclement weather. High winds, high waves, heavy amounts of debris, fast currents, extreme temperatures, lightning/thunderstorms, and heavy fog are all reasons for not practicing. Follow the published safety guidelines (see “Safety Handbook” below). Rowers should refer to NOAA weather and hydrologic prediction services (see links below). Coaches, coxswains, the Safety Committee, or club officers can cancel rowing if they feel the conditions merit.
National Weather Service for Oxford, Connecticut
National Weather Service Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service
downloadable safety guidelines and recommendations (PDFs):
Safety Handbook 2023
Recommended Safety Products
Flip Sequence Guide
Flood Level Classifications