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    Coast Guard crew trains with cold water survival swims [Image 2 of 4]

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    Multiple individuals are submerged in open water wearing bright orange immersion suits (survival suits) with black gloves and face coverings. The scene appears to be a cold-water survival or safety training exercise, with participants practicing water immersion procedures. The overcast, grey conditions suggest cold weather and potentially cold water temperatures.

    PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    10.26.2012

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class David Weydert 

    U.S. Coast Guard East   

    Seaman Kar Arrington lets out loose air through the sleeve of his cold weather dry suit during a survival swim training evolution at Coast Guard Station Portsmouth, Oct. 26, 2012. The dry suits are worn by Coast Guard personnel when both average water and air temperatures fall below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

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    Date Taken: 10.26.2012
    Date Posted: 10.26.2012 16:08
    Photo ID: 768250
    VIRIN: 121026-G-ZV557-577
    Resolution: 6048x4032
    Size: 3.43 MB
    Location: PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA, US
    Web Views: 206
    Downloads: 18

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    Multiple individuals are in open water wearing orange immersion suits and survival gear, appearing to conduct a water survival or rescue training exercise. In the foreground, three people are grouped together in the water, with two appearing to support or assist a third person. A fourth individual is visible swimming in the background near what appears to be a dock or vessel hull.
    Multiple individuals are submerged in open water wearing bright orange immersion suits (survival suits) with black gloves and face coverings. The scene appears to be a cold-water survival or safety training exercise, with participants practicing water immersion procedures. The overcast, grey conditions suggest cold weather and potentially cold water temperatures.
    A uniformed instructor stands on a dock gesturing toward a group of trainees in the water below, who are wearing orange immersion/survival suits and life preservers. The scene appears to be a water survival or safety training exercise conducted in a controlled dock area. The trainees are practicing flotation techniques, with some forming a group cluster while others float independently.
    Two individuals are in open water wearing orange and black immersion suits, also known as survival or dry suits, with integrated hoods and reflective markings. The foreground subject appears alert and is partially submerged, suggesting a water survival training exercise or emergency drill. The overcast conditions and choppy water indicate cold-weather or adverse environment training.

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