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Drowning people usually do not call for help

People who are drowning usually cannot call out, so do not wait for shouts for help.

Time
⏱ 2 min
Difficulty
◆ easy

How to do it

  1. Do not wait for calls for help.
  2. Watch for quiet warning signs, such as a person who goes under and resurfaces.
  3. Get help and throw something that floats.

Why it works

A person who is drowning needs all their strength to stay afloat, so there is usually none left for shouting.

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