Boiling lineThat sounds like a strange term, doesn't it?But its danger should not be underestimated. To give you an analogy, imagine boiling water and the bubbles on the surface of the water are crackling and churning, as if the water is dancing. But if this phenomenon happens in the rivers of nature, then the situation is completely different.
Here's the thing, we have a quiet dam, and down the dam, sometimes there's a special area that looks like the water is boiling, and that's what is called a "boiling line." It was no ordinary wave, but a powerful impact caused by the difference in height of the dam, which churned the water like crazy.
Want to know better?We can imagine that when you pour water from a high place to a low place, the water will splash around when it hits the ground, and then it will flow back back to continue the cycle, forming a whirlpool that is constantly turning.
But the boiling line is more complex, and beneath it hides a terrible secret – a vortex that pulls people into. It's like the water in a washing machine, constantly stirring and washing clothes, and if someone falls into it, it's like being trapped in a washing machine, and no matter how hard you struggle, you can't escape.
Recently, three unfortunate fishing enthusiasts lost their lives in such a boiling line. They just wanted to enjoy the fun of fishing, but they didn't expect to encounter this dangerous current, which caused the boat to capsize and eventually die.
These boiling lines are actually very common in rivers, but because we rarely come into contact with them, we may not know enough about them. Its power is staggering, and once it is involved, it is extremely difficult to escape.
But we still have to learnHelp yourself, which is as important as a fire drill. A rescue team member once said that the key to self-rescue is to "parallel air intake, flow down the water to the end and close the legs". This means that if you fall overboard, try to stay parallel to the water level as much as possible, use the downdraft to dive to the bottom, and then swim out again.
As simple as it sounds, it can be very tough in practice. In fact, the most important thing is prevention. Fishing friends, be sure to choose a safe spot and stay away from these dangerous waters. As the rescue team members said, I hope this kind of knowledge can be understood by everyone, but I hope it will never be used.
The next time you see the water near the dam getting unusually churning, remember to be vigilant. The boiling line is there, unassuming, not ostentatious, but its danger should not be underestimated. Staying away from the boiling line, fishing safely, and enjoying life is something we should all keep in mind.
Imagine you're paddling a small boat on a calm lake, enjoying fishing, but as you approach the dam, the water starts to get unusual. The mirror-like surface of the lake suddenly rippled, and the water rushed straight down as if it was in a hurry, and below the dam, the current spun wildly, like a giant agitator. This is the prelude to the boiling line.
You may ask, why is this happening?It's really about physics. When water falls from a high place to a low place, it will have a strong downlash effect due to the conversion of kinetic energy into pressure energy. When the rushing water hits the surface of the water, a gyration is formed, and this gyro rises again and intersects with the descending current, creating a boiling line.
In this process, the power of the water flow is amazing, and it can easily swallow everything that comes close. Like the eye in the center of a hurricane, the center of the boiling line is quiet and dangerous, and once caught in it, it is like being held tightly by an invisible hand that cannot be broken.
At this point, if people try to swim with force, it tends to be more physically exerting and increases the risk of drowning. The self-rescue method mentioned by the rescue team member may sound simple, but it requires great courage and a clear mind in practice. Because, in order to maintain composure in the violently rotating current, and find the right time to dive with the water, you also need to have corresponding underwater skills.
The boiling line is like a trap in nature, it has no malice, it just acts according to the laws of physics, but it is full of deadly threats to unsuspecting humans. It reminds us that the forces of nature are so powerful that humans are often not enough to counter them.
While we enjoy the natural beauty, we must also be vigilant. Don't go near places we don't know about or that seem dangerous. Authorities should also set up clear warning signs in these areas to inform passing anglers and tourists.
Through this tragedy, we should pay more attention to the popularization of safety knowledge. We should educate the public more about water safety, including how to identify potentially dangerous waters, how to respond to emergencies, and how to escape if they encounter a boiling line.
What is sad is that three fishing enthusiasts in Zhaoqing, Guangdong, who wanted to enjoy themselves quietly, but who knew that they stayed in that water forever. Their experiences should not be forgotten, but should serve as a lesson and a warning to all of us.
Once again, every water sports enthusiast is reminded that whether it's fishing or boating, safety always comes first. The boiling line, while beautiful, hides endless dangers. May we all remember this lesson and enjoy all that nature has given us with the necessary knowledge and respect.
I hope you remember these three words:Safety first。In the presence of nature, we must always be in awe and not let curiosity drive us to take unnecessary risks. Stay away from the forces of nature that we can't harness and let the flower of life bloom in the safe sunshine.