Witnessed drowning

●Critical

⚠️ Check: Is the area safe for you to approach?

Call 112. Reach or throw — do not jump in. Start CPR if not breathing.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT jump in to save someone unless you are trained — many rescuers drown this way.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT let a panicking person grab you — they can pull you under.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT assume they are fine if they cough and walk away — they still need medical care.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT waste time on rescue breathing in water — get them out first, then start CPR on land.

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112 or 108. Say: "Someone is drowning at [exact location]. Send ambulance and rescue."
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Give landmarks — nearest shop, bridge, or building name.

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Every drowning victim needs emergency medical evaluation — even if they seem fine. Water in the lungs can cause delayed death.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do not enter deep or fast water unless you are a trained lifeguard. Use reach-throw-go with flotation.

This helper does not contact emergency services. You must call yourself.

When you are safe, you can read more about this emergency.

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