Annapolis and Kent Narrows Power Squadron members gather to practice flares
Emergencies happen so quickly. You probably have flares and fire extinguishers on board. But have you ever used them? Have you read the directions that came with them? This was a concern solved for two District 5 Sail and Power Squadrons.
Annapolis Sail and Power Squadron joined with Kent Narrows Sail and Power Squadron at the Kent Island Yacht Club on May 4th for Fire Extinguisher and Flare training. All 25 participants got to fire multiple types of flare guns and flares. We also had two different fire extinguisher simulations to demonstrate how to put out fires different types of fires. Great fun was had by all practicing for emergencies we hope we never have to face.
Do not fire red flares if there is no emergency! Recently expired red flares should only be used for flare practice if you contact the US Coast Guard to schedule a time and location for the practice. White practice flares are sold that do not require special USCG permission.
This joint seminar was such a success that this training will be offered again next spring. For more information about the classes and seminars offer by the Annapolis Sail and Power Squadron please see our web site: http://www.aspsmd.org/.
Respectfully submitted by Linda Sweeting
Photo ASPS & KNSPS.jpg by Annapolis Sail and Power Squadron Education Officer, Michael Maszczenski
