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The truth about cold water

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Re: The truth about cold water

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A good complement to the recent drowning-related post. In fact, it's the "prequel". Worth a read, followed by a warm bath.

Indeed. Why does HN suddenly want to make me a lifeguard?

Because the media wants to make you an idiot where drowning and cold water are concerned.

Re: The truth about cold water

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The author, USCG Rescue Swimmer Mario Vittone, is a nut. He once submerged himself in Lake Erie in the middle of winter to prove that it takes about an hour for your body to reach hypothermic levels. After he did it I asked him "How did it go?" He replied. "I survived, but it was close!"

Well - it wasn't "that" close - but it was pretty darned chilly.
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