What does the orange flag indicate?

What does the orange flag indicate?

• A. It marks the vessel as a rental.
• B. It marks a fishing zone.
• C. It signals distress on the vessel.
• D. It marks the vessel's name.

Answer: (C)

An orange flag is a distress signal for the vessel. It’s a high-visibility cue that the boat’s crew needs assistance, so nearby boats should take action to help or assist if it’s safe to do so. This flag isn’t used to indicate rental status, a fishing zone, or the vessel’s name, which would be conveyed by other means. When you see it, reduce speed, keep clear, and be prepared to respond or call for help as appropriate.

An orange flag is a distress signal for the vessel. It’s a high-visibility cue that the boat’s crew needs assistance, so nearby boats should take action to help or assist if it’s safe to do so. This flag isn’t used to indicate rental status, a fishing zone, or the vessel’s name, which would be conveyed by other means. When you see it, reduce speed, keep clear, and be prepared to respond or call for help as appropriate.