The Missouri Water Patrol is issuing a safety warning after one person died and another had serious injuries from adjusting their dock cables.

High water from flooding is creating dangerous conditions for dock owners these days. The danger comes from releasing the break on the winch that secures a cable to the dock. Extreme pressure on the winch can cause the handle to strike back and hit the person trying to make the adjustment.

The people at the State Park Marina at Table Rock Lake say one safety tip is to never mess with the dock cables alone.

The Water Patrol says always there are more safety tips to follow. Always wear a lifejacket, and check the tension on the winch before releasing the brake. If it's too tight, contact a dock service company.

Flooding will also be a problem for people, who want to spend the summer at Table Rock Lake.

Taney County Emergency Management officials say some recreation areas may not re-open until July or August and others may be closed all summer. The Army Corps of Engineers' boat ramps and beaches are closed right now, and only a few campsites are open. Decisions about what parts of the lake can reopen will be made before Memorial Day.

Taney County officials are also recommending that homeowners delay rebuilding for the time being. The concern is that more rain will be on the way because it’s the rainy season.

Emergency Management officials say the Army Corp of Engineers will do their best to minimize flooding, but if we get more rain, they might have to release more water. They're also encouraging people to get a tetanus shot and have their homes inspected for mold.