Personal Watercraft Insurance Be Prepared, Safety for Cold Water
Sunday, Apr. 6th 2014 10:19 AM
For safety in cold water, you need to wear a life-jacket of course, but in autumn the cooler temperatures mean that falling overboard also heightens the risk of hypothermia. There are special flotation devices designed for cold-water immersion that will give thermal protection. Additionally, drawing your legs to your chest and wrapping your arms around them will help to conserve your body heat at the core. It is worth taking boat safety courses that cover cold-water survival.
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