Monday, July 24, 2006

Grisly Reminder on Why Not to Ride in the Bow

A Wilmington man is lucky to be alive after a boating accident last week cost him his leg and nearly his life. Bryan Todd was stowing an anchor rope in a bow compartment with his 23 foot boat underway when the vessel struck an approaching wake and Todd was thrown over the bow. Todd's leg was severed at the knee when he passed under the propeller and he received numerous facial cuts requiring 58 stitches. Although his leg was not recovered, Todd is recovering and listed in good condition. The NC Wildlife Resources Commission and the Coast Guard both strongly advise boaters to stay out of the bow area when underway, this unfortunate accident should remind all boaters that it only takes a small series of minor events to cost you your life. Even if you never plan on getting a captain's license, taking the time to learn some of the license material in addition to the USCG safety requirements, could save your life or your passenger's. More on the accident is available from the Wilmington Star; USCG Captain's License Exam online quizzes are available from boatsafe.com.

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