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3:35Man on a boat dives in and pulls the driver of a sinking SUV out of a pond
The Indian Express reports on an SUV that plunged into a pond in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh. A man on a boat jumped in and pulled the unconscious driver out.
Key Lessons
- A man who was nearby on a boat jumped into the water and pulled the driver out.
- The driver had lost consciousness as the SUV sank, so he could not get out on his own.
- Videos shared online show the rescuer battling strong currents to bring him out.
- General guidance: if a car goes into water, unbuckle and leave through a window or door at once, before it fills, and call 112.
What Happened
An SUV went into a pond in Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, after the driver swerved to avoid hitting a child. The driver lost consciousness as the vehicle sank. A man who was nearby on a boat jumped into the water and pulled him out. Videos shared online show the rescuer battling strong currents to bring the driver to safety, The Indian Express reports.
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