How to Get out of a Submerged Car?

Here are two different recommendations for escaping a submerged car. The video advises breaking the side window and exiting immediately, while the print suggests breaking the rear window as the safest way out. Both emphasize the need to act quickly, as time is critical in either scenario.

• Most people who drown in submerged cars never knew what to do.
• If your car ever ends up underwater, don’t panic — and remember these steps:
• Don’t waste time trying to open the doors.
• Water pressure makes them nearly impossible to push open while submerged.
• Don’t roll down the windows.
• Rushing water will make escape even harder — and can trap you faster.
• Remove the headrest.
• Most are detachable and can double as a window-breaking tool.
• Break the back window.
• Use the metal tip of the headrest (or a window-breaking tool) to smash the rear windshield — it’s designed to “kick out” and is your best exit point.
• Why the back window?
• By design, most vehicles float rear-first. That window will be your fastest, safest way out.
• Knowledge is survival.
• You may never need this. But if you do — it could save your life.
• Keep a window-breaking tool within arm’s reach (e.g., on your keychain or clipped to the driver’s visor).

No matter which method you use — side or rear window — the most important thing is to stay calm and move quickly.

Preparedness could save your life.