How to escape from car trapped in flood waters l GMA

Safety experts explain what to do if you find yourself trapped in your vehicle during a flash flood and how to escape safely.
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[@1AtticusFinch]

You guys should do a video on how to escape with kids in the car.

[@nugentthomas2371]

IRRESPONSIBLE! But again their are those parents who willfully lock their kids/babies in a car at 120 degrees to go do their nails, hair or shop.....

[@lucianbane2170]

agreed. I just commented that.

[@lucianbane2170]

@@nugentthomas2371 what's irresponsible about getting trapped in a flash flood with kids???

[@lordaimelord7848]

Pray as hard as you can.

[@lordaimelord7848]

@@nugentthomas2371 Are you saying this can never happen if you're a responsible parent? What if you're travelling with your kids to reach higher ground but got caught in a sudden flash flood?

[@truthhurts...6574]

Matt Gutman did a excellent job demonstrating how to save yourself in a vehicle during a flood. Thank you sir.

[@eblockfromda6]

Aww poo

[@luthercooper9300]

Thank you

[@simoneaustin8076]

omg he in the water showing us what a trooper!

[@live.my.adventure]

What a terrible thing to experience! My parents live in New Jersey, but other than some flooding in the house, they are thankfully okay. Praying for everyone that is dealing with this disaster. ❤️ 🙏

[@MisterMister5893]

How on earth is Queens, New Jersey, et cetera even possible to be flooded? This is crazy. Mean while Manhattan has no stories of flooding. The levels that they are must be so different.

[@jennifersuzannebk5149]

👏🏼👏🏼thank God they survived..🦈🎣

[@mamawmaw9625]

😭😭😭

[@Jay-ozo1]

Now is the time to learn how to swim! Never know what you may encounter.

[@amandacharlebois9295]

swimming lessons should be taught in all schools, free of charge. it's insanity that some people don't know how to swim.

[@vive335]

@@amandacharlebois9295 it’s expensive and taxpayers go brrrrrrrr

[@speakmind300]

@@amandacharlebois9295 The public middle school and high school I attended required us to learn how to swim. I'm thankful for that. I agree with you 💯

[@SnowAngelAJ]

yeah i drowned in the pool once with my sister but im safe now. it was very scary that i cried.. and some of you maybe like "why you and your sister went to the pool when you know you can't swim?" well my mom said we could go by the pool if we put our legs in the water or if we stand by the stairs holding the rails so i did that but my sister grabbed my arm and pulled me deeper into the water and we both drowned luckily the teacher got us though.. im gonna be really scared driving pass the rivers and stuff cause my fear is getting stuck in the pond inside my car which is why im watching this video

[@Mary14114]

@@vive335 but that's where our tax money should be spent, to educate our children and keep everyone safe. I bet a portion of the tax money that goes to support Israel can be enough for this.

[@shay2218]

I saw a segment a few years ago- Window, Buckle, Baby-> in that order. I don’t even drive much but remember don’t get scared, get prepared. It good to know what do do in as many situations as possible. It helps reduce panic and can save your life and the lives of your loved ones. Stay save out there brothers and sisters. I fear this is only the beginning of more intense weather/ disasters. 💜✨

[@Notfunnysam]

I think so. Thank you.

[@thualfeqarfeqarthualtsa2031]

i hop that

[@Godslight1970s]

You also stay safe, thank you sis 💜

[@markrobert9888]

Hello Sha-Liz

[@kennedysmithrobert5733]

Hello how are you nice meeting you well I will like to know you more better please can we be friends

[@dyVal]

Before: Only a spare tire is an emergency solution. Now: Stock up of compact LIFE VESTS inside your car.

[@lordaimelord7848]

It's high time people demand car makers to make flying cars feasable for the general population.

[@shinji1264]

@@lordaimelord7848 Nope, to dangerous... First you need an intelligent population before something like that can be implemented. Fossil fuels are about to go bust, and our big brains still cant find a solution but your talking about flying cars lmao

[@rosemariecomtois2839]

@@lordaimelord7848 I think that's on the horizon for multiple reasons. There is so much new technology just waiting to burst forward.

[@rosemariecomtois2839]

@@shinji1264 Never underestimate what humans can accomplish when the world becomes a peaceful , prosperous world.

[@lordaimelord7848]

@@shinji1264 The Billionaires are building rockets to go colonize Mars. What's harder? Making Mars habitable or Flying cars for public use?

[@commonsensecorner7275]

I never understood the thought people have seeing the high water ahead and they proceed to think their vehicle is also a boat!

[@brittanyd3173]

Two words “flash flood”. You can literally get trapped while driving a dry road. It takes minutes to get overflowing with water

[@commonsensecorner7275]

@@brittanyd3173 This I know, I’m not referring to those moments!

[@johndoe1765]

Because it seems that a lot people in this country don't have ability to see truth even when it's right in front of them.

[@speedmouse1847]

s u b m a r i n e

[@colechapman6976]

I suppose what happens in these cases is that people think to themselves that it doesn't seem that deep and that their car can make it. Of course, water sometimes doesn't seem to be very deep and can be really deceptive especially if you are driving at highway speeds and there are no visual markers or warning signs like other cars in the water. All of a sudden it could be nine inches deep when you thought it was only one inch deep. Then again you probably shouldn't be driving the day after a severe downpour like Ida was and you should definitely stay up to date on the towns and areas situations before driving. That way you can see how bad it is in that area and decide if it seems safe to travel through. Doing this could also allow you the opportunity to figure out alternative routes to take if you must drive.

[@dalephillips8250]

Matt keeps himself in pretty good shape.

[@r.i.pyoutube6881]

He has only one job, to report. Nothing more, he has all the time to get fit

[@yawningpheonix]

No, we've just let the bar sink all the way into the bucket seat of the walmart scooter.

[@sherylchapman4168]

It always helps to roll down your window if you can before you drive into the water if you can.

[@iamme50]

Great tips but sadly not everyone knows how to swim.

[@everythingisfine9988]

Everyone "needs" to learn how to swim. Like everybody should know how to read.

[@cbeaucrawford]

Great advice. If I'm ever in that situation I will remember it.

[@user-ii3cp7ot3s]

one of the many perks of being skinny and agile.

[@FiniteVoid]

Skinny you mean in shape

[@vamountainman2512]

@@FiniteVoid did you just assume this persons physique? I'm offended 🤣

[@yawningpheonix]

Basic swimming should not be considered a feat.

[@jayw.4540]

@@FiniteVoid just being skinny doesn’t mean you’re fit 😂

[@Scampergirl]

All the more reason for all of us to be in the best shape we can be.

[@pinkrose5796]

Women PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE leave your purse!! You need both hands free and you definitely do not need your purse to catch on something and take you under. Best thing to do is it's raining, etc is BEFORE you start your cat, put your driver's license, cc in a pocket, jeans, or my favorite in your bra:) Your purse is not worth dying for. Also buy an emergency escape tool, Lowe's home Depot, website,etc and keep it in secured in your console/ glove box!!!!! Take your coat, jacket off before you LEAVE the roof of your car and go into the water feet first!!!! Feet first does work- I speak from experience!!!! Turn Around Don't Drown!! Better to get home late, sleep in your car in a safe area etc than drown and have your family bury you.

[@simoneaustin8076]

Thank you for this post!💯

[@ilynpayne7491]

A lady almost got killed trying to get to her purse 🤣

[@pinkrose5796]

@@simoneaustin8076 Ur welcome:) Have to look out for each other and care about other people:)

[@lookingup9041]

Thank you for these sound instructions!

[@marianhervey1210]

I’m pretty sure the average person couldn’t get on top of the car in this situation.

[@AltaMirage]

Average American, you mean.

[@markrobert9888]

Hello Marian

[@rachaelnwaoha3543]

Yes they should be able to. We have something in us called adrenaline that usually kicks in during times of “excitement”. When your in a situation where it’s fight-or-flight, your body will release a sudden bolt of energy and strength (adrenaline) so you can save yourself. And the water can be used to your advantage because your actually lighter in water & should be able to pull yourself out. Or you can sit there and waste precious seconds saying “I cAnT gEt oN tOp oF mY cAr” and drown in your car without trying to save yourself, especially if you’re alone 🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️

[@bobby6569]

@@rachaelnwaoha3543 yes but what if you are already underwater. how do you open the window in that case and how would you get on top if you keep sinking ?

[@rachaelnwaoha3543]

@@bobby6569 at that point you break the glass like the reporter said. With the top of the seat, even your foot heel when you get out your seatbelt. Not every situation is going to be the same, but the car isn’t going to fill up with water right away. There’s going to be an air pocket for a short time so that time should be used wisely to get out. The main point is that you have to get yourself out of the car. With reason and rationale, instead of giving up and possibly dying a horrible death by drowning in your own car

[@nqobilemakhathini2339]

Main point : "Don't call for help, get yourself out of there." 😂😂😂

[@amandameredith]

Thank you. I really am glad I learned this.. will teach it to my children. Everyone should be taught how to escape disasters like this. 🙏🏾

[@donaldrounds1408]

It's strange how people talk about all the profits, they've been making through trading of bitcoin, while am here not making any profit at all. Please can Someone put me through on the right path or at least tell me what I'm doing wrong?

[@keiththomson9629]

Same here, My portfolio has been going down the drain while I try trading,I just don't know what I do wrong,

[@morrisonnicholas6736]

Cryptocurrency trading is really profitable and in order to achieve success, you'd have to keep emotions out

[@alvincraig8020]

@@morrisonnicholas6736 Trading is tough and thateven the best traders have substantial losses along the way

[@billcharleston3692]

No matter how much effort I put into my trades, I still make more losses than profits. Trading really is hardwork.

[@fredbailey5143]

@@billcharleston3692 No matter how much preparation you put into your trades, what matters is your ability as a trader to use a wide variety of strategies in a disciplined manner. Trading is hard work, to be safe you should probably get an expert to help with more profitable trades

[@yvonnerobbins-bell7196]

Thank you for this!!

[@minervaloves]

Summary: 1. Wear a life jacket underneath your clothes 2. Know how to swim.

[@charruaporelmundo]

3. Single with no kids on your car

[@kortboethig8398]

Hahah I'm glad somebody said it.

[@kimstyles5842]

What a joke who on earth has rolled out windows anymore. I noticed he didn’t do it with electric windows.

[@Toyiamichelle]

Well you can always use the headrest option lol

[@annedaner8133]

Exactly! They haven't made cars with roll down windows in over 20 years.

[@kiki7507]

@@annedaner8133 ikr that was so unhelpful

[@annedaner8133]

@@kiki7507 Definitely!

[@Sara-dp5dg]

I don't even think cars have detachable head rests anymore either. At this point just keep a window breaker in your car and pray for the best

[@tamarra1419]

You are the man ,that was amazing, glad you got out, you're the man.

[@Alice-Not-In-Chains]

This is needed information.👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@soniar6487]

Thank you! For this great knowledge for getting out of a vehicle in a situation like that.

[@jeanw9977]

"Roll down the window?" Most (not all of course) are powered windows these days so focus in on the head rest window smash. Great video!

[@meggtokyodelicious]

That's exactly what crossed my mind. I made similar comment. Thumbs up!

[@trig3017]

Well, it's not like your car will be submerged underwater instantaneously. You'll have time to react. Also, power windows don't short immediately when submerged, so you'll have extra time to roll your windows down. If you can't press a button within that timeframe, perhaps you were meant to die.

[@jojomakes]

This is amazing if you know how to swim already. This makes me wonder if people should just have a floatie in the glove box just in case.

[@justterri443]

Thanks Matt!!!!

[@mkatnileb5801]

That was helpful. Thank you.

[@StillYHWHs]

Ty stay safe Matt.

[@labenef15]

Thank you!

[@sdean7607]

Thank you for showing this potential life

[@jeanieceforte2365]

THANKS GMA!

[@kellycuckoo3143]

The headrest tip is the best thanks!!!!

[@themessengacross1581]

Thank you

[@rebekahbridges-tervydis5054]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@donwood9396]

Rule 1 - NEVER drive into water you don't know the depth of. Rule 2 - see Rule 1.

[@evanhughes1510]

Never dive into it either

[@jennifersuzannebk5149]

You can't always see the puddles with rain coming down hard and fast.. some people got stuck sitting and waiting for it to stop.

[@jennifersuzannebk5149]

@@evanhughes1510 keep a life jacket in your car

[@insidepriscillasworld]

This was so helpful.. thank you

[@CalledOutOfDarkness]

great advice

[@stephencambell1583]

This man is awesome

[@blessedoneconnection9853]

Thank you so much this is very useful.

[@tjones.21]

Who doesn’t have automatic windows in 2021? This is not helpful.

[@Brucev7]

Me. Mine is a cranker...I'm Free! 🏊🏽‍♂️

[@Suresh_Kamath]

Power windows do not work if your battery is dead or water makes it way into engines.

[@z3t3c33]

I don't have automatic windows 😂 don't want them either

[@reveroneveron7487]

My deepest condolences to your loss and be safe out there people this heartbreaking 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@stewiegriffin8535]

It's all fun and jokes until a crocodile shows up

[@albs1448]

🤣🤣🤣

[@renee8007]

Great information to learn, thank you

[@lucianbane2170]

keeping your phone out of the water should also be addressed since it's your only means of calling for help

[@Brucev7]

Get a Sailing Water Proof Bag

[@baliwalknshops1517]

Great tips so valuable

[@LadyMoniquet85211]

That’s great ideas for swimmers.

[@ladycodedutchess]

Great demo 😊

[@noahlipham6252]

what a great swimmer!

[@charruaporelmundo]

Yeah, single guy on his younger 30’s. . Different is when you are with 2,3 or more kids under 8 years old with you.

[@jessemartin3125]

How would we deal with that?

[@ber1779]

Try doing timed practice drills, with all the kiddos in the car.

[@muhammadnazhar7530]

Improvisation. After you master this training, perhaps you can upgrade your stage. Bring on your wife and kids this time round.

[@shawandaobrien3379]

Was thinking something similar. Parents of small children would have to get them out of their car seats. I've decided to take the flash flood alerts seriously, which hasn't always been the case.

[@towritemichelle210]

Nightmare fuel

[@velocitygirl8551]

Damn. Thank you!

[@markrobert9888]

Hello dear

[@kathryncarter6143]

Excellent presentation

[@anjanapatel5088]

Good guide

[@BruceMarley]

Matt, you are our champion. Congratulations! Fear is not a factor for you.

[@emilymicelli]

Thank you 🙏

[@markrobert9888]

Hello dear

[@mr.winkie]

How to escape from a car in floor waters: *u shouldn’t be in a vehicle in flood waters.*

[@newyorkcity3576]

🤐🤐🤐🤐🤐🤐

[@bweaver760]

New Yorkers think they are invincible. They live in la la land in their minds!

[@newyorkcity3576]

@@bweaver760 👍👍👍👍

[@kathryncarter6143]

It was a flash floods; it can happen. Perhaps a similar situation would be if your car went into a river or lake.

[@neoneherefrom5836]

It’s called a FLASH flood for a reason, Einstein.

[@ImportRace]

Thanks for the tip

[@leslierodriguez7186]

God bless everyone! 🥺 May god be with us all and May we all get through these horrible life experiences we are dealing with all over the world.

[@theweatherisaokay4964]

For some people, especially those who can't swim, the most scary part is jumping into the water.t he moment they get into the water, its like the end.

[@terrycrews7276]

these floods and natural disasters should be a wake up call to those people who don't know how to swim

[@ber1779]

@@terrycrews7276 I can swim in a 3 foot indoor pool. Can I swim in the ocean? No.

[@theweatherisaokay4964]

@@terrycrews7276 Even when you know how to swim, this gush of water so strong even swimmer would find it hard. Actually having safety vest at home and in car ALL the time is a good idea. Tuck away under the seat like in air plane. I live in high land and chances are thin that will flooded my house anytime soon, but I bought live vest anyway for safety reason, after watching last year flooding in many countries.

[@theweatherisaokay4964]

@Stilljokes Trump lost get over it Not all people have the privilege of taking all paid lessons, for some to put food on the table is hard enough.

[@theweatherisaokay4964]

@Stilljokes Trump lost get over it Oh wow! You called others names just because they politely disagree with you. I know how to swim but like I said not many people know and have the privilege. By the way swimming in still water like swimming pools is different from flooding where the gush or current is much stronger and dangerous. Read the comment and try to understand before trying to reply and belittle others.

[@opticracer3927]

Excellent video 👍

[@del_j4106]

Thank u very informative

[@markrobert9888]

Hello dear

[@mstrailblazer]

Great story! Thanks for sharing!!! Seatbelt Window out Thank you!

[@catspaw455]

Matt G. Homre' Muy BRAVO 👍😲

[@blakeh6041]

Good lesson

[@mday4183]

A big THANK YOU! Just shared with my loved ones. If possible...how to do it with a kid or kids in vehicle?

[@robertlee8805]

Great tips especially with so many natural disasters. Next GMA how about doing some on surviving wildfires that the west coast are under.

[@AfricanGirl]

Thanks GMA. hopefully I don't ever have to experience this

[@alexg4218]

Nice

[@wearecolorado]

Is this an undercover navy seal? That was an epic standup my friend. Crucial information as well!

[@T.T.LovesAmbience]

I want to see him do it without the car being anchored in place and minus the life vest... lol.

[@knowledgecraver8587]

Me too and I can't swim

[@Victoria-fz4oj]

This happened to me last week while I was with my parents. One of the scariest experiences of my life. Thankfully, we made it out.

[@mr.bigred6908]

Lies

[@Victoria-fz4oj]

@@mr.bigred6908 how is it a lie? It literally happened. Such a disrespectful response. I hope you have a good day.

[@mr.bigred6908]

@@Victoria-fz4oj okay, Jan.

[@Victoria-fz4oj]

@@mr.bigred6908 such a weirdo

[@mr.bigred6908]

@@Victoria-fz4oj this was staged. Did you miss that part? Weirdo? Weird is the person who actually believes this mess. Now, I’m in LA, hungry and need some dinner - enjoy your evening, basic.

[@mariam.6535]

This is why I have some life vests just in case. I can swim but not floating on my back. Sadly it isn't that easy to just swim in these cases. It's totally waaay different to be swimming/escaping out of a car in calm waters than ones with a current. And pray that there is no electricity, or else you'll have to watch out for fallen power lines or poles that can shock you once you try to grab on to them to stop moving.

[@sherrisolomon2843]

Maria M, Omg! Thank you.

[@mariam.6535]

@leshelly21 Totally agree. They truly are fundamental. Sadly, most places only focus more on techniques than survival. I'm really interested in safe open water swimming lessons nowadays. I wrote my comment since some people can't take swimming lessons because they have too much in their schedules or for xyz reasons. I consider myself a decent swimmer but if something like this happens and I have time, I will surely grab my life jacket😅some people are overconfident in their abilities but nature doesn't care, we can't control it. I'd rather be safe than sorry :/

[@cwhelpme101]

Thanks GMA for showing We The People on how to escape from a flooding car AFTER A FRICKING FLOOD! ! !

[@mariarosario7975]

Oh lord be on 🥺 Mercy

[@KalypsoVega]

Very good info! It scares me to think I would have to turn around and get my daughter out her car seat somehow climb us both out I pray I'm never in that situation.

[@mipajaro1]

Thank you.

[@tonygrey2505]

Hello and how are you doing today?

[@markrobert9888]

Hello Mary how are you doing today?

[@jimandrews4261]

Looks fun

[@mariaervilha4013]

Meu DEUS

[@mariaervilha4013]

Meu temporal forte 🙁

[@bcp2795]

love this from india😃

[@katielove783]

These are great tips. Thanks GMA! Also, keep life jackets in the trunk, you can quickly get to them through the backseat if you have a flash flood emergency. It's better than nothing. And parents should carry a big piece of fabric to tie their small children and babies to their backs or fronts so they can have free arms and legs to get out.

[@out_running_erins9118]

That was awesome

[@markrobert9888]

Hello Erins

[@virtuouswoman254]

Oh my’ times are tough 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@Cocoa_Kalypso]

I can't swim so I'm screwed

[@zz7zt0p56]

Entire World is Watching Thank you! Mother Nature Super Great Jobs, Karma always Wins😱😲🧐

[@athenstar10]

I grew up in the Philippines. Local drivers would not even gamble driving around flooded areas that would risk their cars and life unless it's highly important, but that's very rare.

[@mollyleggett8043]

Problem! Most new cars windows don’t open once the car is turned off. So if the engine stalls the windows won’t roll down and you are trapped. Very important to open the windows before the engine stalls!

[@felicianakhid786]

I love his comment - Swim like Hell - Good advice.

[@mamawfrancy]

Watching an athletic young man escape you can easily see how the elderly couldn't possibly make it. Also, Laminated glass (shatterproof) in the newer cars is nearly impossible to break.

[@c.2538]

They sell window breaker/seatbelt cutter keychains on Amazon

[@mamawfrancy]

@@c.2538 The 'newer vehicles have laminated glass' vs tempered glass - which is two layers of glass fused to an inner plastic layer. In an accident the laminated glass keeps passengers from being ejected but at the same time makes the window highly resistant to a window breaker if trying to escape a sinking vehicle. If you take notice they deceivingly use an 'older model' with tempered glass to show effectiveness of window breaking - escape. :( Rear windows may have breakable 'tempered glass' confirm by identifiable sticker in the lower corner of windows.

[@Julie-wb7od]

Easy said than done

[@sandravalani359]

Excellent lifesavinG Presentation Matt and other emergency Prep Elves who put thiS very useful video together...I appreciate it greatly!!!👍I loved the faCt to take off a head rest to smash the window open because a lot of power loCkS won't be able to work in an emergency flood!!!✌🙏😇🌎🌏🌍🌻🌷🌻☕☕☕

[@Speakupok]

It helps to be fit too...

[@Joseph-km9io]

"How to escape car trapped in floods" Dont drive in floods.

[@Affluent-Ghetto-Blackman]

@Rafael Dejesus And when you die is that job gonna mourn you or replace you without sorrow? Amazes me how humans have really place money over life. What’s a billion dollars if you’re too dead to spend it.

[@Notfunnysam]

How do you out of your home?

[@Joseph-km9io]

@Rafael Dejesus what having a job have to do with driving into flood water? Lol

[@silverscreen4522]

@Rafael Dejesus no one fires people over not being able to get to work from floods, lol

[@towritemichelle210]

@@silverscreen4522 false

[@karolynmarshall]

I appreciate the advice, but I see three problems here: 1) Most cars have power windows that may not work while attempting to roll them down with rising, rushing water. 2) Everyone can't swim and diving in the water will not work. 3) Experiencing this in a night situation is totally different, if visibility is limited or no one is around. Sounds good in theory but awful if these three qualifications don't exist.

[@jadoresophya]

Power windows should automatically go down. I think vehicles 2002 and younger have that safety feature.

[@OfentseMwaseFilms]

Should have use an Electric window car. 80% cars now have electric windows.

[@reginalol5324]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@Dime.Society]

this is so scary, these storms are getting really bad.

[@Jake-fm5oe]

Actually not bad guys 👏👏👏

[@onyedikand4523]

Good morrining everyon3

[@anuradhachaudhary7524]

Please make a video with Power windows which don't have anything manual to open with..

[@bdmbpm1467]

What cars have manual roll down windows.