Jumping?

[1234567890987654321]

The suicide wiki says in terms of ctb by jumping:

"From a height of 30m there is a 90% probability of death. The longer the fall, the higher the probability of death will be. If it is over 100m on land, and 200m on water, the probability is near 100%. The fall from the Golden Gate Bridge, for example, is 74 meters, and 98% of jumpers die, according to Live Science[Archive]."

I'm confused. Does that mean that there's a difference of the probability of death between landing on land and landing on water? What probability am I gonna have if I jump from a dam with a 45 meters height? Would the probability of death be lower than 90% because I would obviously land on water?

 

[lostmyself]

When you fall into water from above 50 feet I believe, it is like hitting concrete. The water cannot move away fast enough to let your fall be cushioned. I think smaller people have a better chance at survival since you're dealing with gravity and air resistance.

 

[1234567890987654321]

When you fall into water from above 50 feet I believe, it is like hitting concrete. The water cannot move away fast enough to let your fall be cushioned. I think smaller people have a better chance at survival since you're dealing with gravity and air resistance.

I'm very thankful for your response. So there's no difference between hitting water or ground if you jump from above 50 feet? That means I would have a possibility of death above 90% if I jump from the dam (about 45m height) which is close to my home. I really appreciate your help!

 

[UterEntonaur]

Mythbusters did an episode about this -you can search youtube for "mythbusters water vs pavement" to find clips otherwise I'm sure the full episode is online somewhere

 

[1234567890987654321]

Mythbusters did an episode about this -you can search youtube for "mythbusters water vs pavement" to find clips otherwise I'm sure the full episode is online somewhere

Thanks, that's really helpful. I guess I'd die anyway because I'm sure I'm gonna break my bones if I hit the water and just die from drowning. But I appreciate your help!

 

[TooConscious]

I can't find anywhere above 300 ft access able in the UK. Other than beachy head which is watched. How I would love to be in America tall buildings, guns and fast trains with open tracks.

 

[1234567890987654321]

I can't find anywhere above 300 ft access able in the UK. Other than beachy head which is watched. How I would love to be in America tall buildings, guns and fast trains with open tracks.

I'm sorry for you that you can't find the right place that's tall enough. I don't live in America either, but in Germany. In my particular region (North Rhine Westphalia) are a lot of mountains and lakes, therefore there are tall bridges and dams you could jump from and probably die.

But you're right, the US is the best place to be, if you want to ctb easy and quick.

 

[Soulless Angel]

I can't find anywhere above 300 ft access able in the UK. Other than beachy head which is watched. How I would love to be in America tall buildings, guns and fast trains with open tracks.

there's high cliff's in cornwall, though someone CTBd recently on a beach in Newquay, died and it was only 80ft

 

[darkwater]

You can fall 30m and still survive, how?

 

[fox_wannabe]

You can fall 30m and still survive, how?

I saw one guy landing in mud and still moving after what seamed to be very long jump. He made a small hole in the ground

 

[Cheers]

Also don't forget that where you land is just as important as from how high you fall. You're gonna want to fall on pavement or generally concrete, do not jump if you're above a lawn/mud/bushes/trees/etc it'll soften the impact and significantly increase your chances of survival! Hope this helps

 

[Buried_Kid]

I'm very thankful for your response. So there's no difference between hitting water or ground if you jump from above 50 feet? That means I would have a possibility of death above 90% if I jump from the dam (about 45m height) which is close to my home. I really appreciate your help!

I think that, even if you know you will die after some minutes/hours, you should look for a higher place above water or a 40m jump over pavement.
It wouldn't be nice to suffer hours with broken bones and in pain. And what if someone finds you?
Anyway, do what you think that's best.
<3

 

[darkwater]

I still think it is the best method If you choose a place height enough it is instant death.

 

[fushigiri]

The suicide wiki says in terms of ctb by jumping:

"From a height of 30m there is a 90% probability of death. The longer the fall, the higher the probability of death will be. If it is over 100m on land, and 200m on water, the probability is near 100%. The fall from the Golden Gate Bridge, for example, is 74 meters, and 98% of jumpers die, according to Live Science[Archive]."

I'm confused. Does that mean that there's a difference of the probability of death between landing on land and landing on water? What probability am I gonna have if I jump from a dam with a 45 meters height? Would the probability of death be lower than 90% because I would obviously land on water?

Suicide wiki?

 

[celairesgirl]

I can't find anywhere above 300 ft access able in the UK. Other than beachy head which is watched. How I would love to be in America tall buildings, guns and fast trains with open tracks.

Hey, if you see this there is beachy head cliff - 530ft. This is what I'm planning on doing

 

[TooConscious]

Hey, if you see this there is beachy head cliff - 530ft. This is what I'm planning on doing

Yes. Please see second sentence in the same post.

 

[Rabbit50]

There are cliffs in Cornwall that are high enough - they're not as high as Beachy Head but they're not patrolled either. I've just been reading about 2 men who are suffering from 'life changing injuries' as a result of tombstoning 200 feet in to shallow water in Dorset, so you're right in wanting to make sure the cliff is high enough.

 

[summers]

When you fall into water from above 50 feet I believe, it is like hitting concrete. The water cannot move away fast enough to let your fall be cushioned. I think smaller people have a better chance at survival since you're dealing with gravity and air resistance.

I'm very thankful for your response. So there's no difference between hitting water or ground if you jump from above 50 feet? That means I would have a possibility of death above 90% if I jump from the dam (about 45m height) which is close to my home. I really appreciate your help!

Not even close. Land feet or head first into water, and there will be a good chance you survive regardless of height.