# I Was Thrown From My Boat at 40 MPH

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Podcast: [Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report](https://stenobird.com/podcast/alabama-saltwater-fishing-report-331836)
Published: 2026-03-05T21:24:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, the conversation shifts from fishing tactics to something far more important: safety on the water. Captain Tanner Deas opens the show with a heartfelt message after a recent boating accident involving a member of the local fishing community, reminding listeners that while fishing is fun, getting home safely should always come first. The episode then dives into a powerful firsthand story from Captain Larry Higgins, owner of K-Wiggler Lures, who recently survived a serious boating collision while fishing in Texas. Higgins walks through the moments leading up to the accident, the split-second decisions he had to make when another boat suddenly veered into his path, and how he was thrown from his boat during the impact. Although he suffered multiple hip fractures, he credits a working kill switch with preventing the situation from becoming fatal. From there, the hosts unpack the lessons anglers can learn from Higgins' experience. They talk about how easy it is for experienced boaters to become complacent, why simply wearing a kill switch isn't enough if it's not attached properly, and how small safety habits—like wearing a life jacket, testing equipment, and keeping communication devices accessible—can make the difference between a bad day and a tragedy. It's a sobering but important conversation that every angler should hear. The episode serves as a reminder that accidents on the water happen fast, often when you least expect them, and that taking a few extra steps before leaving the dock can save your life. SPONSORS SPONSORS CCA Alabama Dixie Supply and Baker Metalworks Killerdock Foster Contracting Gulf Coast Shows Black Buffalo Slipski Coastal Connection Fiber Plastic Hilton's Realtime Nativator McCoy Outdoor Co.…

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