Back from the Dead (Full Episode) | Extreme Rescues

[@izzybusyy]

The fact that these are all real videos and not reenactments makes watching these hit x10 more harder

[@HelloHello-zf2sv]

So much harder!. The first one was almost too much for me!

[@joesmoe6947]

Yep it’s crazy how the invention of the GoPro has changed that. Before they were mainstream and affordable with larger storage options too. Every single one of these shows were reenactments in the past. Feels almost unreal to see these modern day versions. If we ever had (God forbid) another world war. It would be insane the footage we would have of it. Might honestly be too hard to watch a war like that actually unfold. Unlike the ones in past. Was crazy enough to see those bombing Israel few years ago literally tweeting videos of them being launched and then Israelis doing the same on the other end.

[@FukYourGod1]

That was intense watching Ryan return to life, if it wasn’t for his friends quick reaction he was gone. I hope they’re friends for life

[@bucanonhaley]

Hi m min min. Nsm

[@camerongarson9963]

I hope buddy takes a CPR course lol

[@itomba]

Sorry to disagree, he should have already been in his boat ready for safety or rescue and been better trained in CPR. Slapping someone is not helping.

[@haukewiese6433]

He should take a CPR course, but i think you must consider the circumstances, shock adrenalin and all that stuff, also its his buddy so its easy to forget everything

[@suedenim9208]

@@itomba He may be a great paddler, but he didn't have the first clue about how to effect a rescue.

[@lia_roger]

To those commenting on the badly done CPR in the first one - this just shows that bad CPR is better than no CPR and can still save a life even if you don't do it perfectly. More than anything I think it's encouraging. (But also I think he did pretty well for a non-professional given the circumstances. You never know how clearly you're able to think and how you react until you find yourself in a stressful situation like that.)

[@vihaze6725]

Most people don't know how to do it, so I think he did very well considering the circumstances.

[@Dunnowho07]

Yes, my husband is a heart patient for over 20 yrs, many heart attacks and the Drs and health people always told us to tell the family that may not know CPR that any compressions are better than no compressions and don't be afraid of hurting the ribs

[@AceOfStars0]

this!!!

[@flixzxp7455]

@@Dunnowho07 yes and it even says that the rib is suppose to break and thats how you know you are giving enough pressure

[@morganschiller2288]

Its very hard to do it accurately when your in a panic. I have only had to do it once and its one of the scariest things you can go through. My dude survived which was awesome

[@mpayne8206]

Just the fact he was able to paddle against that current and then back dragging dead weight....unbelievable athlete and friend

[@itsalexia_hd]

The fact that after being underwater for 3+ minutes, literally being brought back from the dead, the guy can still paddle down river to get help is insane. I feel like as extreme kayakers (or extreme athletes in general), you should always have a team ready to help or a way to call for help. These guys got really lucky. If he didn't regain consciousness or was otherwise unable to paddle himself down the river, he would've died.

[@Niinunnu22]

I was thinking the same.. In places like that, always take a satellite phone with u, for emergencies

[@lotto88lot]

I think the Elon musk can help! The star link

[@ForceField9]

Also always bring a gps enabled PLB beacon in remote areas. They got extremely lucky. If they had a PLB, they would be rescued much faster.

[@richardseagraves9806]

Kayaking is one of the most intense and bonding experiences people can have. The risks are understood by all whitewater kayakers. People do die...and regularly. The peace of kayaking in remote locations, the beauty of your environment only visible on the water, and the friendships you build are all powerful and beautiful. For anyone doing whitewater, regardless of the class...having a team is critical in remote locations. But...the risk is always there...and it is calculated for the reward. Hard to watch.

[@frankish5314]

@@ForceField9 Agreed.. I won't go into the wilderness without mine. $300 with no subscriptions and you can call for help from anywhere on Earth!

[@mattb9054]

Mike saved Ryan's life, that was so scary he was literally turning blue and you could see the color come back to his face, this is why you NEVER do these extreme sports alone

[@spuddog68]

Now that was a great show. At times I was on the edge of my seat willing people on. Well done to all the people who dont save lives for a living, and thank you to the people who do, all of you are heroes. A big shout out to the folks who put this show together, was a job well done. Much love and respect to all from the UK.

[@hakheoyeh]

This is why you NEVER should do these extreme sports. Citius, altius, fortius, mortuus.

[@kalevwade4532]

or the people that do the sport at this sort of level understand the consequences of what they are doing.

[@Yeso314]

@@hakheoyeh people can do extreme sports just they need to know how to be safe

[@philj8205]

@@kalevwade4532 No they don't, otherwise they wouldn't have attempted this. Just because they do a lot of kayaking doesn't mean they are smart about it. That was an 80 foot high waterfall dude. After about 60 feet, chances of severe injury or death become pretty high from a fall into the water if you don't know what you are doing. I mean, the results speak for themselves.

[@UsernamesForDummies]

The fear and desperation in Mike’s voice when he rescued Ryan was chilling. My heart was beating into my throat.

[@michaelcramerichliebemeinl5150]

WOW !!! Working for decades as a doctor in accident and emergency I have to say that this is the first time that I saw an acctual real live resuscitation on film. Usually they are staged to give an impression of what this is like. BUT THIS ONE IS REAL! And he did quite well given the circumstances. People should see this in case they run into a similar situation later in their live!

[@tt-of4xv]

I don't think many could have brought him back on shore like he did. But the CPR was quite bad. What confuses me is I feel like he checked for foreign objects obstructing the upper airways which is something only trained trained people would do but the chest compressions were wrong in every ways unfortunately.

[@geog26]

@CatusBrutus he is prolly a troll

[@thisiscait]

@@tt-of4xv Apparently he's a trained first responder and just freaked out? But yes with ten years of training, those chest compressions/positioning/breaths were terrible. Just sheer panic I guess?

[@NovemberSky3]

@@thisiscait people can train for 10 years but they’ll never know how they’ll react in a real word situation.

[@Camplikesplants]

@@thisiscait as a lifeguard I was cringing at the CPR and ventilations, I would’ve never guessed he was a first responder!!

[@GuentherVanRaven]

My deepest respect to people saving others!

[@dopeymark]

Secondary drowning is always a possibility and something that most people are unaware of. These are amazing stories.

[@ilikefbbbomb4500]

i never knew abt this glad i do now

[@A83-A83]

Yes." Dry drowning".

[@maxcullen3427]

Indeedy so true

[@ggurks]

@@A83-A83 "Dry drowning" and "secondary drowning" is not the same. Dry drowning occurs when a person (mostly a child) inhales water through the nose or mouth, causing a spasm in the airway. Because of the spasm no air can enter the lung and you die (also no water enters the lung, hence the name "dry"). "Secondary drowning" is when water enters the lung and causes a swelling. Due to swelling of the small air sacs in the lungs oxygen can't enter the blood stream and you die. It's also called "delayed drowning" as it can occur hours or days later. (I googled)

[@PneumaNoose]

THANK YOU for not censoring the medical trauma! Censorship should be illegal. As a medical professional, I firmly believe people don’t act correctly or in time during emergency situations because they’re so shocked by the reality of what death, dying, and trauma looks like. You need to show the real world in this life. We’ve turned society into fragile, panicked, people with censorship. No one is gonna hide the bad stuff when you’re the only thing standing in the way of your loved one’s demise. This is the real world guys. EMBRACE IT!

[@pattibrown1809]

I couldn't agree more!!!👍

[@beyedoc]

My friend died age 28 from an accident on a hike in Oregon. It took 3 days for her to be found and she had already passed. Nature is beautiful but it is no joke. One huge takeaway from that for me was always to let people know where you're going, when you're going, and when you're expected back, especially if you're going alone.

[@TheRugEmporium]

That's really unfortunate, I'm sorry for your loss.

[@themythhunter9764]

That's so terrible, I can't imagine the days waiting and searching, your mind would be in turmoil. The other takeaway for me is, do not go alone into these vast wilderness areas! Too much danger!

[@beyedoc]

@themythhunter9764 I totally agree, though I understand it may have felt like a simple hike. Accidents and encounters with wildlife can happen anywhere. She had just moved to the area, largely because of her love of the outdoors. It still was tragic. I really felt for her family.

[@themythhunter9764]

@@beyedoc I'm so sorry you lost your friend. I know it's easy to get turned around, I've done it in northern Minnesota, but walked a river until I got to the road, can't imagine being lost in a vast wilderness, things can go bad so fast.

[@mirrrstery]

I find myself coming back to this first one. It’s wild. Badly done CPR or not, he saved his friend. Trauma bond for life

[@doberbrat17]

Wow, it is beyond miraculous how fast the kayaker’s color in his face returned as he came back to life! What an inspiring rescue! His friend is a true hero! He NEVER gave up and chose to persevere on, even though he was in full-on panic mode! 💜

[@Aethelvlad]

10:20 amazing job on the resuscitation. you could literally watch the color and life come back to his face over the course of the few minutes. Great friend.

[@bender0428]

Really? He did like almost everything wrong lmao, the fact that the guy made it was sheer luck. I would think someone that’s involved in a somewhat intense water sport such as kayaking would know how to treat a drown victim. His “resuscitation” consisted of screaming and slapping his friends face lmao. He could have brought him back much faster by Keeping his head above water while bringing him back to shore, then once he reached shore removing his vest and helmet, checking for a pulse, if no pulse commence proper cpr not randomly pushing as hard he can on his chest every 3 seconds lol. Once he brings a pulse back or notices a response or recovery to then him on his side to recovery position so he can properly expel all the fluid in his lungs. So yeah he did almost nothing to save his friends life aside from bringing him to shore, beyond that he kind of recovered by himself lmao. He even has a pretty extensive med kit but doesn’t how to use it apparently, this entire time he doesn’t let the guy expel his lungs of fluid by being on his side, he sat him up so the fluid could just settle in his lungs. I would rather have legit any other person that likely kayaks with me at that time since they probably know how to help a drown victim better lol.

[@ThroughMyGoPro]

@@bender0428 I was just about to type this exact comment. What a disaster and was only lucky. If you are going to do extreme sports like this, always bring people who are basic first aid trained with CPR.

[@mirror0images]

@@bender0428 there's this thing called panic.. and after +2 min. underwater he must've done an amazing job to being him back (especially without any cognitive impairments)

[@josefkguenther]

@@bender0428 As a rescue diver, I agree with you he could have done a lot better with CPR once they got to shore. But the way he got him to shore was impressive and quick thinking. If he would have tried to keep his friends' head above water (something we do in diving), it would delay things a lot, he'd have to exit his own kayak, put himself into danger since the water there looked very sketchy to say the least, and very well could have led to a disaster. For anyone else wondering what to do, keep yourself safe first and foremost, get the victim out of the water, and start actual CPR.

[@corvo7743]

@@josefkguenther yeah I hope this experience made him Learn actual cpr

[@imwhoimap]

Ryan's recovery was very intense. His friend was his angel.

[@williambrown1801]

The real MVPs are the guys who didn't hesitate to help there buddy. I hope I have friends like this in my life. I'm in tears writing this. The avalanche video got me. They will always ride down a mountain together for the rest of there lives.

[@florence1531]

Round of applause to all those people!!

[@leonardlugo3706]

Hip hip hooray hip hip hooray for he's a jolly good fellow for he's a jolly good fellow

[@JoelBulger]

👏👏👏👏

[@doylethechocolatelab]

It was actually pretty eerie seeing Ryan's lifeless body getting dragged through the water.

[@nickpostx]

u drone

[@carlosmorales8101]

That’s what a real friend look like we need more people like them

[@Dogsrule777]

These are so incredibly intense to watch- God bless each one these guys for their bravery and resilience!

[@hipsu555]

18:11 Lucky for them this guy (Roger) saw what was happening and instantly raised the alarm, making sure help is already on its way while they still search for the skier. I hope they gave him a big thank you

[@PsychologicalApparition]

It’s the last time that his friend will come to the slopes without a freakin shovel!!

[@sophiakerov8864]

@@PsychologicalApparition he had a shovel, his safety gear fell out of his backpack while he was falling down

[@PsychologicalApparition]

@@sophiakerov8864 No excuse! Jk… I reckon you may be right.

[@abductedbyaliens9425]

It’s shocking to see this is how it really is in real life compared to how movies & shows make it seem when it comes to medical aid like CPR and bringing someone back to life. Death rattles is by far one of the scariest sounds a human can make too. So spine chilling

[@sweetcreaturejimin]

cried so hard seeing ryan just lifeless plus hearing mike made my heart break. i’m glad they were able to make it out

[@kaydee9583]

Mike you did a perfect job. Most would have panicked or give up. You sir are a true hero.

[@vyoufinder]

Watching the kayaker as he approaches his lifeless friend's kayak, I am reaching into the screen trying to grab that kayak. Unbelievable that he made it back to consciousness.

[@corynnelizabeth5651]

Need more of these!!!! These people are super humans from what they've been through!!!!!! Goosebumps through the whole episode 😬😬😬

[@heartstrummer]

The bravery, composure and skill of those American helicopter rescue crew was incredible. I could barely watch, Bravo.

[@themythhunter9764]

I was so on edge with the kayak one and the avalanche one. Their friends quick thinking definitely saved their lives.

[@jadingama]

Whoa! This show is the best! I seen a lot of rescue shows and thought I knew what it was all about- I was wrong! This show put you front in center showing the dangers rescuers face, and the survivors injuries/accidents in a way I never seen before! I am so happy everyone recovered, and a big thank you to the rescuers who risk their lives to save others.

[@jrambo7495]

*I've seen.

[@farhanatoerien3437]

Watching it! WHY does this only have half a million views?! It’s more real, honest and riveting than any movie and the real footage and heart is absolutely unique and real!

[@Isitworthit365]

From an EMT person never stop compression always continue till they come back if you stop for 1 min it can be the difference between life and death and secondary drowning is a huge risk try to get medical help asap

[@taymae420]

The kayak/waterfall rescue is my favorite rescue of all time! Absolutely amazing! He was not gonna give up on his friend!

[@whiteeyedsh4rk697]

That first one was so intense, that friend who rescued him is another level of bro

[@amelia507]

Seeing ryan's color come back was truly amazing...

[@yorkiesweetpea23]

OMG that was so crazy intense! Talk about TRULY literally saving Ryan's life! When Mike had Ryan tettered to his kayak, but had to use both hands to paddle, knowing Ryan was still faced down, but can't do anything about it just yet . While paddling his hardest to shore/rock/land, Mike had let out a couple of sob/cries. And at that moment my heart just went out to Lucas. I can't imagine how terrified he must of been!!! His actions were so quick, didn't fumble. What an amazing human being. 😍 (Vs the percentage of people who get shocked, frozen & can't move, just staring...) When Ryan asked what had happened, & how did he survive, it was a goosebump moment. It's like, dude, you have no idea what Mike has done to save you! And Mike, such an amazing person, so humble, only said "I went and pulled you out".

[@danielhounslow4274]

this guy is nothing short of amazing! what he did for his friend was unbelievable. Not all hero's wear cape's!

[@boardwalkbw7130]

The Brotherly love here is like visiting heaven

[@MedienGulli]

this was the most intense video i have seen on entire youtube. my heart is pumping and i felt sick until i cried when he kept repeating thank you im alive.

[@theresa42213]

Okay ....at least ''l shouldn't be alive'' series is acted out. This is a whole new level! SO GLAD these people made it!

[@leonardlugo3706]

I didn't think about that but that is true this was one of those rare moments caught on video and nobody's acting

[@theresa42213]

@@leonardlugo3706 ~ lts REALLY hard to watch when one has a hard time with 'panic'. lts one of the reasons l watch these things, so l can learn what to do in a critical situation. AND to be grateful for every breath! Did you see the one where the mountain bike guy punctured his artery in his groin? lts called ''bleeding out'' on this series l think. l have never seen bleeding that severe!! Was so glad that he lived! What a close call!!!

[@BloodofaFool]

That was a crazy episode. For the avalanche guys the only reason they got their friend out is because of that search device they had. How else you would ever find someone buried feet deep in fresh now is beyond me. Smart investment on their part

[@fivesow8037]

In a lot of backcountry access routes out of resorts you are required to have a beacon.

[@dongusminimus9999]

All of these situations were incredible to watch, intense doesn't even come close. That avalanche was bonkers to be able to see it in first person just blew my mind

[@LucyLu1965]

Omg!!!! Avalanche!!! This is a true miracle!!! Aran, under all dat snow , my Lord..HIS FRIENDS MOVED FAST NO TIME WASTED, GREAT JOB AMAZING.. TRUE MIRACLE... ANOTHER DAY OF LIFE...LUCKY GUYS... AMÈN BLESSED, BLESSINGS 💚 HOPE PPL THINK TWICE B-4 THEY DO WHAT THEY LOVE, LIFE IS A GIFT IS PRECIOUS.

[@Mountainlover1111]

Good lord these 3 stories are stressful. Its incredible to live in a time where these events are captured on camera in the moment rather than relying on reenactment… wow

[@yorkiesweetpea23]

3rd case: These rescuers, selfless hero's 👏👏👏. I can't think of a word for describing them. 👍👍👍 They literally risk their lives, to save strangers. THANK YOU 💕.

[@Patat0four]

This goes to show how important it is to have good first aid training whenever you go out in the wild with friends. Safe to say those people are alive now because their friends were trained and ready. Remember that viewers.

[@PatriciaS-t1x]

Actually we all need first aid training even out of the wild. Think choking, drowning, heart attacks, strokes, house fires, car accidents. We all think that because it’s a big city, lots of people, emergency services close, but.... not hard to learn life saving skills. In emergencies time counts. Baby choking-how to clear airway Child drowning in pool- turn on side to get water out. Burns- cold water Cut vein- tourniquet etc etc

[@kiyonahthundersong828]

Oh my gosh!!! Amazing, heart pounding stories! The kayak story shook me to the core.

[@collinwright1237]

Mike is a good good friend. Saved his life undoubtedly

[@jrambo7495]

How AMAZING Andy! He ran a mainline in her HAND in the top of some shaky trees on the side of a mountain cliff!!

[@user-sx1fg7lc3c]

The guy watching them dig in the snow from the other side of the mountain.... that must have been so surreal.

[@Fraeulein-Solveig]

Amazing rescues, glad they all survived. Their buddies and everyone in that rescue team did an amazing job. In all of those rescues.

[@kmsch986]

Mike did a good job in a super scary situation. Learning and practicing basic CPR is important-Fast hard chest compressions, immediately and don’t stop until they have a pulse. Rescue breath every 30 compressions. Everyone should learn this that’s going to be in remote wilderness area. Wilderness first aid courses are fun and available through a lot of REIs and local agencies to.

[@Doriesep6622]

and plenty of KZbin videos on the subject

[@philj8205]

Rescue team at the end did an incredible job. That was a very dangerous and difficult rescue.

[@camael4209]

This really shows the importance of carrying life blankets! Both Ryan and shelby had them and it helped greatly. Not only are they extremely important for keeping you warm, they are also highly reflective! The best way to find someone with the helicopter, especially late at night is using a big flashlight. The reflective material of the lifeblanket reflects the light, which draws the attention. When we go seakayaking or whitewater kayaking we sometimes go even further by taking a lifeblanket and a signal flare with us. The flare can be used to signal your location. We also always have at least 2 people with watertight phones to be able to reach our for help. It's very important to take precautions when doing extreme outdoor sports.

[@TheRugEmporium]

Personally I've always called them space blankets, Shelby didn't actually have one, I gave her my space blanket; also no cell service in that area hence Sarah not just calling for help and staying with her. Yes I was actually there but they left me out completely.

[@ForceField9]

Also PLBs strapped to your self. One button press and your location is broadcast to satellites to rescue orgs.

[@themythhunter9764]

Mike you are amazing!!! You saved your friend, your quick reaction was so intense to watch, it made me physically hurt! Thank God you were there!

[@Overlycomplicatedswede]

Ryan’s friend just saved his friends life in the middle of absolutely no where… INCREDIBLE JOB

[@Sul00777]

This makes me wanna cry, for real. These guys are super Super super super super super super EXTREME!!!! Wow!!!! Great job guys and keep being as safe as possible.

[@hidingthisaxcount]

You could hear the desperation in that guys voice as his friend was just there lifeless on the floor...

[@A83-A83]

Shout out to Mike, the 2nd guy for the guys on the mountain deserves a shout out as well! Without him calling the chopper even after those guys saving their friend they would have been in trouble otherwise. And Shelby!! I bet your friend warned you about that mountain and you got an ego to conquer it! That mt. Spared you Shelby! Might not be as lucky next time.

[@terrishepherd3266]

These Men and Women coast guards are Angels in the sky and water. God Bless You All 🙏🙏

[@chriswitt2596]

Almost couldn't watch it. Made my stomach upset seriously but I was so glad they all made it out of their situations

[@LucyLu1965]

Dude dat was hard 2 watch!!! Ryan is a very lucky n blessed youngman...His friend moved as quickly as possible . Saved his life, & definitely they had a Guardian angel w/ them...THIS ONE WAS INTENSE. WOW, WOW, AMÈN

[@Amy-qo6xf]

Those friends were impressive, they were so quick acting and determined.

[@ricksterrb1584]

Incredible shout out to the hero's who save lifes was very intense

[@jerulew3547]

Those things were painful to watch. They should thank God always. Blessed to be alive. Moral: take Nothing for granted.

[@Stuie444]

Since it's been 2 years since this was originally released...I'm going to take this as a hopeful sign that a season 2 might be coming?!

[@peppatheoof]

not me binging 3/6 total "Extreme Rescues" episodes offered on the channel over the course of last night due to nothing happening in life only to discover there's only 3 more! Normally I'd think otherwise but I've never been sucked into a series like this because with my ADHD, anything over 20 minutes MUST have good interest or reason to be viewing

[@jillcinquegrani8263]

Just hope the people that choose to do these extreme sports , really realise just how much the rescuers put themselves in a life or death situation, in order to save their lives.And perhaps think twice about going to the more remote places at least. Think it,s called thinking of others! Much respect for everyone that works to rescue others .....!!!

[@carsonburkholder1548]

As a search and rescue member, we can be a bit of adrenaline junkies ourselves. I’ll be honest, it can be fun and a thrill going on some rescues. It’s not why we do it, but I’m not ashamed to admit it can be a real adrenaline rush. We do take a lot of precautions to keep ourselves safe, and we don’t go into situations that are too risky. All that being said, there are times things can get scary and nerve racking, and sometimes we have to just shake our heads at the situations people get themselves into, and the level of sheer naivety and/or stupidity required to get there

[@bronzefanpage8256]

Oh my god… I though he was gonna die there… they are true friends!

[@woody_fromda6ix206]

that first guy is the detention of hero he's an absolute legends i would for ever be indebted to him

[@JessaLynn8]

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE AMAZING JOB To ALL THOSE RESCUERS & FRIENDS! ❤❤ Just Fantastic! ❤

[@njcanuck]

Kayakers should have had a team of people top and bottom including guides, with medical training, sat phone and emergency plan for evac. They can risk their own lives but these people risk others' lives to rescue them.

[@kamogelomosweu1869]

True, do what you like but know that you risk someone's life to rescue you if your thing doesn't go well.

[@garywilson1139]

Exactly,, Was looking for someone to mention this,, Could have saved a couple minutes by waiting for him under the falls,,

[@erikahunter652]

just the sat phone could mean life or death, hard to fathom how they could go so remote without one, but they probably wont make the mistake again

[@Saxoncloset]

Without natural selection we'd be overpopulated with impulsive apes:)

[@newyorknewyork9790]

tears of joy to be alive. grateful to our loving creator

[@cvdheyden]

The CPR he did was very bad, very bad. They should have some training that they knwo better what to do next time. I am very glad he made it.

[@felixmakinda7689]

I just couldn't forgive myself watching a friend die. I believe it is time I enrolled for emergency courses. Not sure how I went through high school and university without learning basic first aid skills including CPR. Ryan's story has challenged me a lot. Bless their souls. Away from friendship, family, and sacrifices, I envy developed nations. They have working emergency rescue operations and resources. In my country, a helicopter wasn't coming for anyone. A terror attack happened a few years ago in a local university. The helicopter that was supposed to fly the commandos to rescue the students was not available as it had taken a senior police's daughter to a vacation at the Coast!

[@LucyLu1965]

THANK GOD 4 THESE HERO'S WHO GO IN TO RESCUE THESE PPL.... SO, DARRRR, I UNDERSTAND PPL HAVE LOVE D OUT DOORS, BUT YALL ALSO MUST EVALUATE THE RISKS.... AFTER ALL WHEN SOMETHING GOES WRONG, OTHERS PUT THEIR LIFE OUT THERE 2 RESCUE THOSE IN NEED... JUST SAYING. BLESS YOU ALL.🙏

[@rosaoddin4338]

I’ve done some really stupid things in my life but this is real daredevil stuff, skating on thin ice despite warning signs. By God’s grace we live despite ourselves.

[@sethmiller3979]

I'm currently serving in the USCG and joined to save lives, although most of the time its just routine I also make sure to volunteer every week at our local fire rescue, I just want to be sure that if the time ever comes that I am able to put out and save lives.

[@bleiblocker4226]

Never ever give up reanimation. Thats what we learned. So intense, I could cry😅

[@gabychuels2955]

Just looking at his dead body. Couldn’t imagine being his friend. Wow was on the verge of tears

[@rogerramjet6615]

Amazing footage. For these avalanche accidents I have been thinking of some safety gear which could be invented. How about a helium balloon on a long string as a locator. a rip cord activated vehicle type airbag balloon to surround the chest to maintain space for chest expansion and a small scuba tank and breathing tube to stay alive while being rescued.

[@devinstef]

All brilliant ideas. They do have a device used quite often by big mountain skiers which is like an air bag life vest. There is video of it saving lives and it’s pretty incredible how it keeps you on top the rushing snow.

[@novetii8326]

@@devinstef at 27:12 you can see the balloon thing on his bag

[@mrfish9876]

The problem with the scuba tank idea is it would be incredibly heavy, and in order to be able to use it under the pressure of that much snow would need very complicated breathing lines permanently in place. A normal scuba tank would probably provide about 45 minutes but is so big and heavy it'd be completely infeasible to ski/board with. In order to get a tank small enough to take with you, you'd probably only get about 10 minutes of air which in most cases wouldn't make much difference. And even then it would still be big and heavy to carry around with you, so much that I can't imagine any skiiers/boarders doing it.

[@rogerramjet6615]

@@mrfish9876 I was thinking of a very small tank but it might only keep the user alive for a few minutes. Perhaps enough time for his friends to dig him out. I see your point about activating the device whilst locked up under the snow. You are right when you say that the tube would have to be in the mouth in advance as the arms would be completely immobilized. Perhaps a small tank (maybe 6-8 inches) mounted on the upper back with a rubber hose going to the mouth. The hose would have to have some sort of rubber encased valve activated by biting to turn on the air supply.

[@Foxyfreedom]

They already have air bags that create a type of life vessel which allows the skier to usually stay closer to the surface.

[@Antoninasphereya]

I really can't stop watching this because Mike is just so captivating! What's wrong with me lol!

[@Antoninasphereya]

[@angelalejzerowicz9670]

Amazing rescues by rescuers! & some SERIOUSLY INCREDIBLE FRIENDS!!!!

[@Chickennugget-fw6ug]

He saved his life what a savior

[@lisaspencerprice-lynn6039]

as a life guard myself, mike did an amazing job saving him

[@barbaraness4507]

16:08 I wonder if Ryan realizes that he was actually dead, or at least very close to it! My son went down rapids in a boat, and was knocked out of the boat where he was under water for an undetermined amount of time! I can’t believe he’d even do something like that considering I’d had to fight so hard since his birth to keep him alive. He was blue at birth, and has had breathing problems every since.

[@ItsKrma00]

Sons do what they do, right?

[@Antoninasphereya]

I'm in dire need of a Mike Rowe in my life all the time please.

[@GIG794]

OK we all watch this video and lets give a big respect to the people that try to save others life and they play with there LIFE!

[@shoutatthesky]

It seemed as if you could spot the exact moment the life came back into his eyes! Crazy!

[@yourusualsaoweeb454]

Mike is a legend he needs an award

[@collinwright1237]

This entire video gave me a different perspective on dangerous activities and life

[@nicolegillespie4704]

Mike didn't know how to correctly perform CPR....at least he didn't stand there and no nothing all.

[@tinasnow2937]

The first one had me yelling at the screen!! How do you regularly partake in an extremely dangerous sport and not know how to perform standard CPR??

[@defiantslash1211]

And also while pulling him out of water face was down. 😔😔

[@Willppyro]

ridding a kayak down a waterfall in a remote jungle is not a sport

[@yuno7825]

@@Willppyro it kinda is

[@sarahcxx9260]

He was in shock, in less than ideal surroundings, desperately doing whatever he could to save his friend that he was watching die. No matter how much you know how to do CPR, it can all go down the pan with shock.

[@sharkusvelarde]

The waterfall incident was just Baaad judgement! Young brains.

[@bryceefraimson8177]

The last rescue is crazy those rescuers are so badass. Such a incredibly terrifying situation to save someone in

[@marock0815]

What did we learn today? Never go on such trips without a buddy u trust!

[@harlowjademermaid1882]

exactly

[@donnadonna124]

Can’t believe he saved he’s friend ❤ that’s the kind of person I would like to stay with forever as a friend as a husband whatever

[@rabbleader]

🙏🏼good friend who never gave up

[@skitzochik]

the first story rocked me to my deepest depths...very scary

[@Logab13]

Dans son malheur, il a eu de la chance ! Heureusement que son ami était là ! En tant que spectateur, je serai quoi faire, mais dans la panique … c’est autre chose , Dieu vous bénisse encore 😊

[@tylerh2311]

That dude took forever getting Ryan's head outa the water. He tethered him and rowed him to shore face down lol.

[@redbluemonday]

Pretty sure he got there as fast as he could. He was rafting against super strong currents

[@tylerh2311]

@@redbluemonday He rowed him out face down.. You dont think he could have rowed him out face up?

[@redbluemonday]

@@tylerh2311 Maybe he could have tried turning him over, yes. But he wasn't breathing either way. Anyway, I think he handled the situation super well, he saved Ryan's life!

[@tylerh2311]

@@redbluemonday That's true he wasn't breathing. I don't know anything about water rescue but whenever I see one the first thing people do is try and get someone's head above water as soon as possible. But maybe ur right that the current was so swift he didn't have that option.

[@regandey5847]

Was thinking the same thing.