OAK ISLAND, N.C. -- As hurricane season kicks off and summer approaches first responders on the coast want to make sure you are safe.

  • Oak Island Coast Guard hosted the 14th annual Public Safety Day
  • Kids were able to take tours, get hands on experience with helicopters, and climb in and out of emergency vehicles
  • Coast Guard officials remind you to always have a life jacket if you go out on a boat

The Oak Island Coast Guard hosted the 14th annual Public Safety Day on Saturday.

In addition to giving safety tips, kids were able to take tours, get hands on experience with helicopters, and climb in and out of emergency vehicles.

Coast Guard officials remind you to always have a life jacket if you go out on a boat.

Children under the age of 13 are required to wear one at all times.