APRIL 2021

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TECH TALK with David VanDenburgh

 

It's In The Water

You can’t see it, but it can kill you - or someone you love.

 

With the Great Lakes boating season upon us, educating yourself and those you love about the dangers of Electric Shock Drowning (ESD), also known as the “silent killer,” just might save a life.

 

What is Electric Shock Drowning? (The following is excerpted from the Electric Shock Drowning Prevention Association website)

 

Electric Shock Drowning (ESD) is the result of the passage of a typically low level AC current through the body with sufficient force to cause skeletal muscular paralysis, rendering the victim unable to help himself / herself, while immersed in fresh water, eventually resulting in drowning of the victim.  Higher levels of AC current in the water will also result in electrocution.  Electric Shock Drowning (ESD) has become the catch all phrase that encompasses all in-water shock casualties and fatalities.

 

Although Electric Shock Drowning can occur virtually in any location where electricity is provided near water, the majority of Electric Shock Drowning deaths have occurred in public and private marinas and docks.  The typical victim of Electric Shock Drowning is a child swimming in or around a marina or dock where electricity is present.  The electricity that enters the water and causes Electric Shock Drowning originates from the wiring of the dock or marina, or from boats that are connected to the marina’s or dock’s power supply.

 

Kevin Ritz, one of the leading advocates of ESD awareness, tells the story of losing his son, Lucas, during an otherwise normal day at the marina. We encourage you to watch and share Lucas’ story to further Kevin’s cause and promote safe boating for those you love.

 

The Lucas Ritz Story: https://youtu.be/-jtgQoJTQWw

 

For more information, visit the Electric Shock Drowning Prevention Association website: https://www.electricshockdrowning.org/

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The brokerage market continues to be active.  We continue to add interesting listings...but some have gone under contract literally within a day of listing.  Our website is updated in real time so vessels are available if not marked otherwise.   

 

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