We are off piste, but hey it’s fun
well the program says modern times. Is 1982 still considered modern? A 737-200? I guess some are still in service. Quickly reading the accident report and wiki page it seems the survivors managed to hold onto the floating tail section, and had 1 additional “floatation device” between them but sounds like it wasn’t vital.
back to the original topic. The infamous prett sandwich wasn’t mislabeled, fresh items made at source did not require allergen or ingredient information at all. Since changed. A terrible event and one no one wants repeating, which is probably why the PA announcements are made. Just like asking electronic devices to be off for a Low Visibility Approach/takeoff, it likely makes no difference at all but why take a chance