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What is an emergency signal?

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Most emergency signals are easily identified. It will usually be a loud siren or alarm, accompanied with a bright flashing light. A triangle of lights is an internationally recognized distress signal. For example, if you are stranded on an island, you could build three fires in a triangle to signal for help to planes flying overhead.

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What do I do if I am trapped and there's no way to get out?

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Use any means possible to alert emergency services to your presence. A white flag signals your presence to emergency response services. Stay low to the ground to avoid inhaling any smoke. Put wet cloths in cracks of doors and windows to keep the smoke and fire out. Cover yourself with a wet blanket. Keep looking for exits and any means to extinguish the fire.

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What if the ship starts to sink while there is a fire?

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The water puts out the fire, and that might give you more of a chance to get to life boats in time. Otherwise, you are likely doomed.

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Do I need a travel CO2 detector on a cruise ship?

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They are an option, but most cruise liners have them equipped already in the room. You could contact the cruise operator in advance to determine if they're already in place, or take yours along, just in case case if it really concerns you.

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