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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A boat capsized, collided, or passengers fell overboard.
The essentials if you need to act right now.
Grab float device. Call 112. Count everyone. Throw float — do not jump in.
What might I see? Observable signs — no diagnosis required.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Overturned hull, people in water, missing life jackets, fuel slick.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Calls for help, waving arms, or one person still aboard.
Optional deeper explanation — not required to act.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Capsizing separates people fast in current. Propellers stay dangerous after engine stops.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Cold water causes gasp reflex and muscle failure within minutes.
Check the scene before you approach.
Civilian-safe actions you can take.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Throw any floating object toward person in water.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112 — marine or local emergency with GPS pin if possible.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Keep eyes on all heads — assign spotters on shore or deck.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — If small boat upright, pull survivors in over stern carefully.
When and how to get professional help.
Anyone submerged, unconscious in water, or not breathing needs rescue and hospital.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Reach-throw-row — extend pole, throw ring, or use boat. Avoid untrained swimming rescue in current.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112 or local marine emergency. Give landmark, boat name, and people in water count.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Stay on line — update when all accounted for or missing.
Dangerous actions, when not to attempt rescue, and common myths.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT jump in to save unless trained lifeguard with float.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT start engine near people in water — propeller strike.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Strong swimmers should always jump in to rescue
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Panicked drowning victims can drown rescuers. Reach-throw-row is safer for untrained helpers.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Double drowning when untrained rescuer enters without flotation.
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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A person walking or crossing was struck by a car, bus, or other vehicle.
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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A vehicle struck a person or cyclist and drove away. Victim needs help now.
Motorcycle crash
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A rider has crashed — you are the rider, passenger, or witness.
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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A train has derailed, collided, or hit a person or vehicle. You are on board or nearby.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Near-drowning victims need hospital monitoring.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Hypothermia, jellyfish stings, or propeller cuts need emergency care.