Using aerial devices for water rescue emergencies is generally considered:

The use of aerial devices for water rescue emergencies is generally considered too dangerous to attempt without careful evaluation and specialized considerations. Aerial devices can pose significant risks in these situations, including the instability of the device on or over water and the challenges of rescue operations in fluctuating water conditions. The potential for the aerial platform to become unstable due to the movement of the water or the weight of rescuer and equipment can create hazardous conditions that could jeopardize both the rescuer's safety and the victim’s chance of rescue.

This answer underscores the importance of recognized protocols and procedures that often recommend against using aerial devices in such scenarios unless conditions unequivocally support their use. There must always be a primary emphasis on the safety of all involved, and using alternative methods that are more conventionally safe for water rescue situations, such as boats or specialized water rescue teams, is typically preferred.