an inflatable water flotation device for remote rescue of a victim in peril of drowning . the device has one or more elongate , closed tubular members constructed of a flexible , air - impervious material permitting compact folding and storage of the device in a deflated configuration . elongate tubular members are stored in a compact , water - tight case . upon inflation by a gas , the tubular members are deployable as a unit to an elongate , generally linear , semi - rigid device , one end of which is remotely maneuverable to a distant victim . a self - contained gas supply associated with the device is operable for rapid inflation of the tubular members at time of emergency . a safety line is contiguous with the length of the device and facilitates grasping by the victim to expedite recovery of the victim .