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Public Information Statement

Statement as of 6:02 AM EDT on May 22, 2013


The National Weather Service and the National safe boating Council,
have partnered for National safe boating week from may 18 to may 24.
This week will highlight relevant weather... and safety specific
public service announcements... for the recreational boating public.

Todays topic is hypothermia.

Those venturing out need to be aware of the dangers posed by low
water temperatures. Should your craft capsize... or you fall in a
swift river... hypothermia in water with temperatures in the upper
30s and 40s can occur in just a matter of minutes. The human body
cannot survive in water temperatures in the 50s and 60s for very
long as water conducts body heat away 26 times faster than air of
the same temperature. The cold water rapidly causes extremities to
become numb... weakening the ability of muscles to work effectively.

The National Weather Service urges the following safety measures to protect
yourself and maximize your enjoyment of our nation's waterways:

Consider postponing small craft boating activities until water temperatures
become warmer in late Spring and Summer. Keep in mind that even unseasonably
warm air temperatures on mild Spring and fall afternoons can drop rapidly
later in the day.

When you do boat... canoe... or kayak... wear appropriate protective
gear and clothing in the event of exposure... accident or capsize.
Remember... no matter the season... when you are on the water always
wear a life jacket.

Always file a float plan... letting a close family member or friend
know your plans... your boats communication capability... and the
physical details of your craft... all of which will assist Rescue
personnel in the event you get into trouble.

Safe boating is no accident. Please take the time to think safety
first and plan appropriately for weather and water conditions before
heading out on our oceans... lakes... rivers... and streams.

To learn more... visit the National safe boating Council online at
www.Safeboatingcouncil.Org.

Visit the National Weather Service Wilmington at
www.Weather.Gov/ilm.




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