Why Boats SINK [And How To PREVENT It] | BoatUS

Nothing strikes fear into the heart of boaters faster than a sinking boat (or the thought of one). But have you ever wondered why boats sink? Did you know that your bilge pump is unlikely to help keep your boat from sinking if you have a burst hose or you hit something? If you find yourself in a situation where unwanted water is coming in your boat, do you know what to do? BoatUS Magazine contributor Mike Vatalaro goes over some critical info that every boater NEEDS to know. ⚓️Here's what you should have in your onboard kit in case of a flooding emergency: https://www.boatus.com/expert-advice/expert-advice-archive/2022/september/facing-a-flooding-emergency Special thanks to --Turkey Point Marina, Edgewater, Maryland (https://www.turkeypointmarina.com). --The TowBoatUS fleet for supplying B-roll video footage Videography and editing services: 410 Films (https://www.410films.com) 🚩Enjoy this video? Become a BoatUS Member today to get 25+ valuable benefits including a subscription to award-winning BoatUS Magazine! https://boat.us/e/sy-join 🚩Visit the BoatUS Magazine website: https://www.boatus.com/Expert-Advice. BoatUS is the nation’s largest association of recreational boaters with more than half a million Members. We provide a diverse offering of services including marine insurance, on-the-water towing provided by TowBoatUS, the nation’s largest fleet, plus boat financing, graphics and lettering, representation for boaters on Capitol Hill, the award-winning BoatUS Magazine and much more. For more than 50 years, BoatUS has made boating safer, more affordable and more accessible. 🚩Download the FREE BoatUS App today to access NOAA marine weather, tides, exclusive Member discounts, and your BoatUS account. Assistance on the water has never been easier with TowBoatUS CONNECT in the BoatUS App — the fastest way to get a tow! https://boat.us/sy-app 🚩Connect with us: https://Facebook.com/BoatUS https://Twitter.com/BoatUS https://Instagram.com/BoatUS https://Tiktok.com/@boatusofficial https://Pinterest.com/BoatUS https://linkedin.com/company/boatus #boatus #boating #boatingsafety