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Salt Water Anglers of Texas |
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A Non-Profit Organization |
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Safe boating practices for bad weather |
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As we all are aware colder weather brings colder waters. Prepare ahead. · Dress for the weather if you have a exposure suit that’s best . · Never drink while boating in cold weather this lowers your body temp and increases the risk for hypothermia should you fall overboard. · Check the weather before boating · File a boat plan or use the buddy system in colder weather so you are easier to locate in case something goes wrong. · Whistles and flares keep these on hand just incase you aren’t heard on the radio or your buddy’s can’t seem to find you. · If you do fall in keep in mind the signs of hypothermia |
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Cold weather preparedness |
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USCG cold weather boating safety for more details information. |
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Check the weather / local stations |
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www.click2houston.com Channel 2 News |
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www.abc13.com Channel 13 News |
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Www.khou.com Channel 11 News |
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Www.weather.com The Weather channel |
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Sports radio 610 AM The Outdoor Show |
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Hypothermia and the body for more in depth details. |
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