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Old 12-08-2013, 07:44 AM   #14
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It's a survival technique. If you're in the water it serves two purposes -
1) it keeps water from splashing into your mouth and nose so you don't drown
2) it helps limit burning debris falling off your burning ship from hitting you in the face and causing more damage.
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