Wednesday, February 18, 2009
- River currents are often stronger than they appear. You can throw in a twig to check how fast the river is flowing.
- Remember, the current is stronger around the outside of a bend in the river.
- If you are caught in a current, float on your back and travel downstream feet first to protect your head from impact with any objects. Angle your travel towards shore.
- Submerged objects can be very dangerous. Keep watch for trees, branches, rocks and rubbish. Always remember to enter the water feet first.
- Remember, river conditions can change rapidly due to heavy rainfall or the release of water from storage areas. An area that is safe in the morning can be dangerous in the afternoon.
- Take care on riverbanks. They are often slippery, and can even crumble away resulting in someone accidentally falling into the water.
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