Memorial Day Safety

May 29, 2017 7:37 AM EDT

Columbia, SC. (WOLO) — Memorial Day is finally here, a time to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice to afford this Country the freedoms you enjoy everyday.

It’s also the unofficial start of summer and plenty of you may be taking part in celebrations. Before you do, take a look at some of the safety tips you may want to keep in mind whether you plan to travel, cookout or take a dip.

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