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Small Boat Angling Death


Mike Fox
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Another angling tragedy reported today:

 

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgo...est/7066074.stm

 

19 foot boat and apparently 5 anglers.

 

Three survivors located after 2 hours were wearing floatation suits, and two are seriously ill with hypothermia.

 

Sympathies to victims and families, but let's all try to learn from such incidents.

 

Simple suggestions from the RNLI include:

- Wear a lifejacket

- Check your engine and fuel

- Tell others where you're going

- Carry some means of calling for help

- Keep an eye on weather and tides

 

Think about what else you can do to improve the odds in your favour!

 

Also, our club buddy boat system works. Use it!

 

Mike

Safety Officer

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