A fire aboard a vessel is very scary. With an uncontrolled blaze, there is nowhere to go except into the water or a life raft. A boat fire spreads very rapidly. You must attack it immediately and effectively; otherwise you will deplete your extinguishing resources before you put it out.
This 220-page book was written to accompany US Sailing's Safety at Sea course, which shares best practices with both aspiring and experienced offshore sailors. Accidents at sea can quickly escalate to handle a wide range of problems: a broken finger, a torn sail, even a threatened sinking. This book is designed to help you learn how to cope with whatever challenge the sea throws your way.