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Civilian Emergency Platform
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — You see a person struggling in water — going under, unable to call for help, or floating face-down.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — NOT EXPERT REVIEWED — NOT FOR PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Head low in water, mouth at water level.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Eyes glassy, unable to focus, or closed.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Vertical in water, not using legs, trying to climb an invisible ladder.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Face-down and not moving in the water.
Scene hazards: Strong current, Deep water, Panicking victim pulling rescuer under, Slippery banks
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Shout loudly: "Call 112!" Point at a specific person to make the call.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Look for something to reach or throw — branch, rope, towel, life ring, empty bottle.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT jump in the water to save them unless you are trained in water rescue.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Reach: Lie flat, hold something stable, extend a pole or branch for them to grab.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Throw: Toss a flotation device, rope, or anything that floats toward them.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — If they grab you, try to keep them on their back and tow them to safety — only if you are a strong swimmer with rescue training.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Once out of water: Check breathing. If not breathing — start chest compressions immediately.
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.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT jump in to save someone unless you are trained — many rescuers drown this way.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT let a panicking person grab you — they can pull you under.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT assume they are fine if they cough and walk away — they still need medical care.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT waste time on rescue breathing in water — get them out first, then start CPR on land.
MYTH: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — You should jump in to save a drowning person
REALITY: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Untrained rescuers often drown. Reach, throw, or go with a flotation device from a safe position.
DANGER: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Two deaths instead of one — the rescuer becomes a victim.
MYTH: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A drowning person will splash and shout for help
REALITY: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Real drowning is often silent. The person cannot breathe enough to call out.
DANGER: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Bystanders miss drowning because they wait for dramatic signs.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A drowning person may not be able to shout or wave. They may bob up and down with their mouth at water level, arms flapping weakly, or go completely still and face-down.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Drowning can happen in seconds and is often silent — not the dramatic splashing shown in movies.