If you notice a person having a seizure in the water, what should you do?

When encountering a person having a seizure in the water, the appropriate response is to hold their head above water. This action is crucial for ensuring the person's safety and preventing them from drowning, as they may lose control of their body and be unable to keep their head out of the water during the seizure.

Holding their head above water stabilizes them and provides a way to help them breathe until the seizure subsides. It's essential to remain vigilant and continue to support the individual until help arrives or they are no longer in distress.

While it may seem instinctual to try to pull someone out of the water during a seizure, doing so can lead to further injury to the person and can also pose risks to the rescuer, particularly in a chaotic situation. Similarly, leaving to seek help might delay crucial assistance that could stop the person from inhaling water, and removing obstacles may not be necessary in the context of water safety and seizure management. The priority in this scenario is to maintain the individual's airway and ensure their immediate safety.