Amphibious air cushion craft (hovercraft) play an important role in reaching victims from areas that other vehicles cannot reach.
Flooded areas - tend to have submerged obstacles that can snag a propeller and put RIB boats out of action - for example, wire fences, road signs etc.
Mud and quicksand - ATVs get bogged down in the mud, and rescuers often put their own lives in danger.
Ice and icy water - can quickly threaten victims through hypothermia and drowning, so speed is vitally important. Snowmobiles fall through thin ice, while the hovercraft flies across it.
Fast moving rivers - strong tidal currents can severely hamper rescue operations by boat, whereas air cushion vehicles can reach victims speedily and are not limited by current.
So what is the answer? There is no doubt that hovercraft can act as multi-purpose rescue vehicles. The best rescue hovercraft need to be easy to drive, quick to transport by standard vehicle and fast to deploy. They need to be strong, able to withstand punishment, and affordable.
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