Trying to get out of a sinking car is much more terrifying than just getting into an accident. Due to panic and ignorance of the sequence of actions to be taken in this case, most of these accidents are fatal. To get a real chance to get out of a sinking car, you need to act calmly and decisively.
Instructions
Step 1
Group with your arms crossed over your shoulders to cover your face with your elbows. With your closest hand, grip the seat belt firmly to avoid injuring your hands when hitting hard against the water.
Step 2
Open the window as quickly as possible and try to get out through it if the car is still on the surface of the water. Don't waste a second: a full immersion usually occurs within 1-2 minutes. By opening the window, you will equalize the pressure inside the car, and it will be much easier for you to get out.
Step 3
Take any heavy object and break the glass with it if the window is jammed and it won't open. Hit directly into the center of the side glass and try to hit the same place when hitting.
Step 4
Do not unfasten your seat belt immediately. It will be useful to you as an additional stop when pushing the door, if you did not manage to open the window. If the belt is missing, hold on tightly to the side door handle so that the stream of water entering the car through the window does not carry you far from the exit.
Step 5
Check if the lock is open. But do not try to open the door before the water completely fills the car, because due to the strong pressure, you will not be able to do this, but only waste the strength that must be saved for swimming. Try not to panic. Take off any clothing that might interfere with your swim. Try to breathe slowly and deeply.
Step 6
Open the door or knock out the window, free yourself from the seat belt and start getting out of the car. Once outside, kick off the car with your feet and swim with all your might. Do not give up, even when you feel that there is almost no air left in your lungs.
Step 7
Call for help after you get ashore. Examine yourself carefully for cuts, as getting out of the car could injure you but not feel pain due to the strong adrenaline rush into your bloodstream.
