: Beyond the loss of clothing, this can lead to drowning if the person is pinned underwater, or severe internal injuries if a body part (like the torso or buttocks) creates a complete seal over the drain. Immediate Actions and Recovery If your trunks have been sucked into a drain system: Shut Off the Pump : Immediately hit the emergency shut-off button
Use your hands to cover yourself and move quickly to the nearest towel. If there are kids' pool toys floating nearby (like a kickboard), "borrow" one to use as a shield. 5. Prevention (The "Next Time" Protocol) my swimming trunks have been sucked off hot
If a body part (such as a torso, limb, or buttocks) creates a seal over a flat drain grate, the suction can be powerful enough to trap a swimmer underwater. The force required to break this seal is often hundreds of pounds, making it impossible for a child or even a strong swimmer to escape without assistance. : Beyond the loss of clothing, this can
: A standard pool drain can generate hundreds of pounds of suction force. If a swimmer sits on or comes too close to a flat drain, the vacuum created can easily pull fabric—and in extreme cases, limbs or skin—into the grate. : A standard pool drain can generate hundreds
: Pockets fill with water, acting like parachutes.
Calmly catch the attention of a friend, family member, or even a lifeguard. Ask them to bring you a towel, a spare shirt, or your lost trunks.
I pressed the button.