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How not to fix a Jet Ski

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Young Tyler was distraght, his jetski wasnt working right (nevermind that he was too young to legally ride it) and it was getting dark...too dark to see to fix it. What he needed was some light to shed on the situation.

Our soon to be bad example decided that a 120ACV drop light on a long extension cord would be perfect. Although one usually discontinues use of a frayed extention cord, young Tyler was not concerned. When he ran the cord down to the metal dock the jetski was tied up at, he was not concerned. when he jumped into the knee-deep water, he was not concerned. When he leaned against the dock and grabbed the frayed part of the cord, he became very concerned. But the emotion didnt last, as he was quickly relieved of all pain. Tyler's friends attempted to come to his aid, but were thwarted when they too were shocked, albeit not fatally.

http://www.cbs46.com/Global/story.asp?S=5199553&nav=menu140_2

Submitted on 07/26/2006

Submitted by: Anthony Cappadonna
Reference: CBS46 (atlanta) 7/25/06

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James said:
Definitely Keep: Darwin Award
Electrocutions are woefully common, but this fellow got at least FOUR strikes...and STILL managed to strike out. This incident was completely avoidable, IMO, and ALL common electrical sense was thrown by the wayside. I'll go DA.


Fitzroy said:
Neutral: Darwin Award
I'm only going neutral because I do have some concern about the others who were injured here. I see them as more involved than mere bystanders though, so I also have hope this might evolve into an excellent tale.


Jorge said:
Neutral: Darwin Award


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