How to Survive Being Sucked Into a Whirlpool

Maelstrom, vortex, whirlpool... whatever you want to call it, these waters can be deadly. Whirlpools are made when opposing currents meet, often resulting from heavy winds or different water densities. How could this downward spiral suck you in? Here are some steps to take if you find yourself caught in a whirlpool.

00:00 Trapped in a whirlpool
02:05 1. Stay down
02:25 2. Don't get caught
02:43 3. Don't seek one
03:34 4. Life vest
03:49 5. Look for the edge


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