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PUBLIC INFORMATION STATEMENT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE NEW YORK NY
600 AM EDT THU MAY 23 2024

...This is National Safe Boating Week...

Warm air doesn`t necessarily mean the water is warm. So although the
warm air temperatures will have us flocking out onto the waters,
please be prepared for the dangers of cold water submersion.

Remember:

Survival time is greatly diminished for someone immersed in water
below 60 degrees. Water temperatures across the Tri-State are only
expected to be in the 50s through at least early June.

The initial shock of falling into cold water causes an immediate
loss of breathing control, which can cause inhalation of water and
drowning. Continued immersion in cold water will cause loss of use
of extremities and limbs, and a diminishing ability of the person to
stay above water. As the person remains in the cold water,
hypothermia sets in, with potential for the person to become
unconscious in as little as one hour. If not rescued and treated at
that point, the chance of survival is slim.

Several things to consider prior to venturing out on the water this
time of year.

-Always wear a life jacket.

-Wear cold water protection, like a wetsuit or drysuit.

-Carry an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Device.

-File a float plan with someone you trust.

-Be sure to check the marine weather forecast, including water
temperatures at www.weather.gov/okx/marine before you go out on the
water.

Your ability to survive cold water immersion depends on your ability
to stay afloat and stay warm until help arrives.

This concludes today`s topic on Cold Water Safety. Tomorrow will
focus on thunderstorms.

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