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How to Escape a Sinking Car or a Vehicle Overcome by Water
All auto accidents are stressful events and many are very frightening. Some of the most terrifying automobile accidents are when a car or truck plunges into the water, leaving a driver and possible passengers trapped inside. These accidents are particularly dangerous due to the risk of drowning and many deaths are presumed to be a result of panic. This panic is typically a result of not having a predetermined escape plan and not being knowledgeable on what happens to a vehicle while being submerged in water. The following steps will prepare you with procedures and techniques that will greatly increase your chances of surviving an accident involving a submersed vehicle.
- Brace for impact. If you know your vehicle is going off the road and heading for water, execute a brace position by placing both hands on opposite sides of your head, making an "X" with your arms to allow the outside hand to grab the shoulder strap portion of the seat belt. Although impact injuries may not be fatal, flailing hands and arms can be injured and can greatly hinder your ability to properly open a window or door.
- Open a window as soon as you possible. Immediately after impact, opening a window will allow water to enter and begin to equalize the pressure between the inside and the outside of the vehicle. It may seem odd to let water into an already sinking automobile, but the faster the pressure equalizes, the faster you'll be able to open the door and escape. If you can not open the window more than halfway, or if you have power windows that are inoperative due to the water, break the glass with your foot, shoulder, or an auto emergency tool.
A variety of emergency products are available that can help you break your vehicle’s window. Small spring-loaded punches or an emergency tool with a window escape hammer may provide the easiest and most portable solution. Just make sure your tool is easily accessible at all times. If you don’t have a special tool to break the windows, use anything accessible with adequate weight.
Side and rear windows are the best options for escape. Windshields are made with safety glass that is designed to stick together when broken and may be difficult to remove. Some more expensive vehicles may use safety glass for other windows so it is recommended that you check your automobile’s specifications for reference.
- Remain calm. An incident of this magnitude will definitely increase your adrenaline level, but try very hard not to panic. A calm demeanor is critical in allowing sharper movements and rational decisions to ensure your survival. It also necessary to use of the remaining air in the vehicle to take slow but deep breaths and focus on the task at hand.
- Keep your seat belt on. Instincts may cause you to release your seat belt and move away from a door or opening. Several tons of water will rapidly enter the vehicle’s cabin and if you release your seat belt, the rushing water could possibly move you out of the seat and away from the window. The ability to remain anchored by the seat belt offers additional leverage, versus pushing the door while suspended in the water. A fastened seat belt will also stabilize you if the automobile flips upside-down during the accident.
- While visibility is still good, place your hand nearest to the door, on the door latch or handle. If your visibility is impaired then use a physical reference by starting your outside hand from your hip, navigating along until you locate the latch. If the vehicle is not fully submerged then do not attempt to open the door, because the water pressure against outside of the door will be too difficult to overcome. Remember to heck to make sure the door is unlocked.
- This may offer a limited opportunity to open those exposed doors and windows if needed.
If there is a child in the vehicle, tell him or her to breathe normally until the water is almost up to their chest, then take a big breath and hold their nose. Once the vehicle is flooded, you may need to release your belt to reach the child and release their safety belt. Once the child is located and their seat belt is released, grab them and push them out the window or door first before following them out.
- Swim to the surface as quickly as possible. Push off of the vehicle and swim to the surface. If you don’t know which way to swim, look for light and swim toward it. You can also follow any bubbles you see as they will be traveling upward. If not too deep, you can allow your body to float and you will eventually start to float towards the surface. Try to be conscious of your surroundings as you approach the surface because you may encounter a strong current or obstructions such as rocks, concrete bridge supports, or passing boats. Once you have avoided injury on any obstruction, use them as support if you are too injured or exhausted to make it to land.
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible. Your adrenaline may be so elevated after such an event and will likely cause you to be unaware of any severe injuries. The accident scene could be located in a rural area and injuries may leave you unable walk so it would be beneficial to carry a personal alarm that can emit a very high sound to alert anyone nearby.
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