Apple devices have many features that allow users to easily contact emergency services. This time, Rick Sherman finds himself in trouble after being adrift in rough seas in Australia’s Byron Bay. Luckily, he was able to call for help on his phone. Apple Watch Ultra.
A man lost at sea was saved by his Apple Watch
In an Australian newspaper report news letterSherman was surfing at Tallow Beach when he encountered an impact zone where waves were breaking. “Two big waves hit my head and I was underwater for a while. Then I kind of panicked and jumped under the water,” Sherman said.
Despite extensive experience in surfing and swimming, Sherman realized he was in trouble after failing to find a channel that would take him back to shore. “After about 20 minutes it became clear I wasn’t going to get back and I needed help,” he said.
Because his beach partner thought the surfer had gone shopping, no one really looked for him. But Sherman carries on Apple Watch Ultra, which has a built-in cellular connection. He then called the Australian Ambulance Service, who stayed on the line for an hour until a rescue team arrived.
“At that moment I was far from the sea, I was hit by the wind and strong waves and it was very difficult to take advantage of them.” [the watch]”I had to hold it to hear what was going on and talk to the rescuer.”
The Apple Watch Series 2 is certified as water resistant from 50 meters Apple Watch UltraWhich features a more robust design to withstand the most demanding conditions you can imagine and water resistance has been increased to a depth of 100 meters.
A rescuer on the beach said the Apple Watch was a turning point in rescue operations, as such operations at sea can last for hours or even days. “It’s amazing that I got to use this technology to save my life,” Sherman said of his Apple Watch.
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