posted by Oklahoma Sporting Rods on Feb 5
King crab fishermen have the highest fatality rate at 300 deaths per 100,000. What does the process involve to cause so many fatalities? First of all, fishing season is in the middle of winter, so not only is it cold outside, but the water is freezing. Also, the season can last as short as a few days, so the fishermen stay awake on the boat trying to maximize their time by catching as many crabs as possible. With little sleep and freezing temperatures, hypothermia is a big problem. Another factor is the equipment used. The equipment is large and heavy, causing various injuries.
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