{"id":800,"date":"2018-11-08T05:36:13","date_gmt":"2018-11-08T05:36:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.panchovillarockypoint.com\/?p=800"},"modified":"2018-11-08T05:45:24","modified_gmt":"2018-11-08T05:45:24","slug":"what-to-do-in-a-boating-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.panchovillarockypoint.com\/what-to-do-in-a-boating-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do in a Boating Emergency"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"float: right; margin: 7px 0px 0px 20px;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.panchovillarockypoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/what-to-do-in-a-boating-emergency.jpg\" alt=\"what-to-do-in-a-boating-emergency\" width=\"509\" height=\"340\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-804\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.panchovillarockypoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/what-to-do-in-a-boating-emergency.jpg 509w, http:\/\/www.panchovillarockypoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/what-to-do-in-a-boating-emergency-400x267.jpg 400w, http:\/\/www.panchovillarockypoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/what-to-do-in-a-boating-emergency-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 509px) 85vw, 509px\" \/><\/div>\n<p>Going on a yacht trip can be one of the most enjoyable things you can do with your family. It will allow you to see new sights, experience new things, and have the time of your life. This is why <a href=\"http:\/\/www.panchovillarockypoint.com\/cruise-ship-services\/\" target=\"_blank\">water activities in Sonora<\/a> are so popular. However, when you are on a vessel, it is important to consider your safety as you never know what could happen. <\/p>\n<p>Here are a few things you need to do in a boating emergency:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullet\">\n<li><b>Stay Calm<\/b>\n<p>The very first thing you need to do when you find yourself in an emergency such as being caught in a storm or if the yacht is sinking is to stay calm. Panicking is the worst thing you can do as you lose your wits and start making mistakes. Despite the situation, it is important to remain calm and assess your situation so you can make a good plan.<\/li>\n<li><b>Communication<\/b>\n<p>Whenever you go out to sea, it is vital to make sure that you have a means of communication and a failsafe plan. This is to ensure that you can contact the authorities in an emergency. For the failsafe plan, it is a good idea to keep a satellite phone in a waterproof bag that you can use if the vessel\u2019s communications are not working.<\/li>\n<li><b>First-Aid<\/b>\n<p>If someone gets injured out on sea, it is important to know some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cprcertified.com\/blog\/first-aid-skills-everybody-should-know\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">basic first-aid skills<\/a>. This will allow you to treat the individual and keep them in good condition until you either return or until emergency personnel are able to take over for you. <\/li>\n<li><b>Have Proper Supplies<\/b>\n<p>It is important to make sure that you have all of the proper supplies needed for an emergency situation. This can include flares, life rafts, emergency food, medical supplies, and more. Being prepared will not only make this experience much more bearable but it can help speed up the rescue. It is also a good idea to know your location at all times.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Those are just a few of the many things to keep in mind when you find yourself in an emergency situation. However, these emergencies are rare occurrences so focus on having fun, but be safe. If you would like to find out about our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.panchovillarockypoint.com\/yacht-charter-in-puerto-penasco-sonora\/\" target=\"_blank\">yacht charter in Puerto Penasco, Sonora<\/a> please do not hesitate to get in touch with Pancho Villa Boat Charters.<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Going on a yacht trip can be one of the most enjoyable things you can do with your family. It will allow you to see new sights, experience new things, and have the time of your life. This is why water activities in Sonora are so popular. 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