More bad news, unfortunately... Jet Ski Accident

[Yvonne]

The man was left untreated for several minutes before CPR was started. Those doing CPR thought this contributed to his death... no initial life saving efforts. Also tried to get people to elevate his feet but got no help w/ that. No medical attention on top of that. Cannot believe some fool uploaded this on YouTube. The man's youngest child (12 y.o.) had not yet been told what happened. This was not entertainment, people. This was someone's life.

As I often say, common sense is UNcommon. This is for the YouTube poster. Applies to the jet ski rider as well.

[original spanky]

This is awful . Where was he swimming . What distance from shore?

[Rhodesresort]

This is a good reason to stop starting threads about where one can find the cheapest jet skis to rent in Negril, and/or anywhere else on the island. A good reason to pass the word around for others NOT to encourage the use of jet skis on this forum, and other sources on the internet. This is a good time to get rid of these menacing water crafts that are not only dangerous, but also contribute in helping destroy our beautiful coral reefs. This was an accident and a very unfortunate one. However, it could have been prevented for those seeking resources for, "things-to-do" in Jamaica that are safe and ultimately personally rewarding.

We extend our heart felt condolences to the family who lost their loved one.

[Yesihunt2]

I bought 2 bright orange float mattress'es so hopefully will be very visible when I'm in the water.

[Marko]

mi was actually right at Travelers right before it happened.....
can't remember the last time sumthin like this happened either.....
pretty sad mon......when mi snorkeling mi always have one eye above da wata too

Cool Runnings, Marko

[Schuttzie]

I doubt that the will see the buoy your attached to if they can't even see someone bobbing in the water.

[Rob]

Kylake,

Exactly! We always want our visitors to have the best time possible, that is why this site was created almost 20 years ago now. And for that to happen, factual information is the only way! As the old saying goes, to be forewarned is to be forearmed!

[gailnegril]

Kylake,

Exactly! We always want our visitors to have the best time possible, that is why this site was created almost 20 years ago now. And for that to happen, factual information is the only way! As the old saying goes, to be forewarned is to be forearmed!

My guest at Treehouse suffered a seizure and was whisked away in an ambulance within 20 minutes.
She spent the night in the hospital
One word of advice take cash , registration was $1500JA , my staff only had his debit card so he found an ATM and came back to pay the fee.
So in the rush remember the cash

[suzengrace]

Wow Rob-things have sure change in as far as how equipped the new ambulance is now as well as Sav…thats a positive thing for the folks allover the area -not just tourists.
I'd love to see some pictures of the ambulance (inside) as well as the Sav ER dept…-anyway you could get a few shots and post them?

[Rob]

Next chance I get - I will ask them. And if they agree, then no problem!

And yes, things must have changed since the last time you checked things out.

It is generally best to stay up on things as I do since I live here and may need medical care. And the Sav Hospital's own website states they have "24 Hour Casualty / Accident & Emergency (A&E)".

http://www.wrha.gov.jm/content/WRHA_Westmoreland.html

By the way, Charlotte Wallace from Rockhouse was with me when the EMTs were working hard to save the woman's life. We were both amazed at how efficient and dedicated the EMTs were - it was incredible to see those professionals in action.