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Visual distress signals
Proper procedure for using hand held visual distress signal flare
everyone onboard
Approved visual distressed signals. ********************************* Navigation and warning lights displayed in their correct positions around the boat.
Orange flares are distress signals used mainly in daylight, as the smoky orange shows up better than red distress flares.
Stop his boat immediately
Improperly or overloading the boat
The primary responsibility for a vessel operator assisting a boat in distress is keeping his/her vessel and him/herself out of danger.
5 seconds of rapid bell ringing
U.S. Coast Guard-approved visual distress signals.ALSO: An audible warning device - flotation equipment for the maximum rated capacity of your boat - navigation lights.
No, boat insurance is not required in Texas.
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