How to Self-Rescue When Your Car is Submerged in Water?

[MacAmelia]

What you need to do is unfasten your seatbelt. If you can open the window or sunroof, do so immediately. If the windows cannot be opened, quickly find a sharp object like an awl or high heels to break the window or rear window.

[StHailey]

That time I almost got into trouble when encountering a flood, I found the water had already risen above the door handles when my car was submerged. I immediately unbuckled the seatbelt and pressed the one-touch window opening button, but it malfunctioned. That's when I remembered the safety hammer I always keep in the car. I quickly used the hammer to smash the corners of the window, and after breaking the glass, water rushed in with a splash. Holding my breath, I squeezed out through the window. Fortunately, I remembered not to smash the windshield, as it's particularly hard to break. Later, I learned that it's crucial to stay calm after a car is submerged, because the first three minutes are the golden escape time. It's really important to develop good habits: check water depth before driving unfamiliar routes in rainy weather, choose detours rather than forcing through flooded areas, and always keep a safety hammer and emergency oxygen cylinder in the car.