Sam's Guidelines for Water Rescue

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Remember the four steps to water rescue:  Reach, Throw, Row, Don't Go
WB01342_.gif (1042 bytes) Reach: Hold on to the dock or your boat and reach your hand, a boat oar, a fishing pole, or whatever you have nearby to the person in the water
WB01342_.gif (1042 bytes) Throw:  If you can't reach far enough, toss things that will float for the person to grab.
WB01342_.gif (1042 bytes) Row:  If you're in a boat, use to oars to move the boat closer to the person in the water or call out to a nearby boat for help.  Don't use the boat's motor close to a person in the water, they could be injured by the propeller.
WB01342_.gif (1042 bytes) Don't Go:  Don't go into the water unless you are trained the way life guards are trained to rescue frightened or injured people.  Yell for help.
WB01342_.gif (1042 bytes) If you call 911, stay calm and give your exact location.
WB01342_.gif (1042 bytes) Learn first aid:  CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) for drowning and how to help someone who has been in cold water and may need treatment for hypothermia.