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December 14, 2024 by HAL
The body of a missing diver from North Wales has been found. Imrich Magyar, 53, disappeared on November 28. His body was discovered in the Llangwndal area of Pwllheli on December 7. He was last seen near Porth Ysgaden on the Llyn Peninsula. The police do not suspect any foul play in his death.
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December 8, 2024 by HAL
A lobster diver named Michael Packard had an incredible encounter with a humpback whale while diving near Provincetown, Cape Cod. He ended up in the whale’s mouth for about 30 seconds before being spat out. Although this story sounds unbelievable, similar incidents occasionally happen. Whales are generally not threats to divers, but close encounters with […]
November 12, 2024 by HAL
“The Diver and the Cook” is a gripping true story about an underwater rescue mission. Diver Nico van Heerden searches the wreck of the Jascon 4 for survivors after the ship sinks. He unexpectedly feels a tap on his shoulder, signaling that someone may have survived over 60 hours underwater. The book details the challenges […]
November 6, 2024 by HAL
“The Diver and the Cook” by Lasse Spang Olsen tells the true story of a dramatic underwater rescue after a shipwreck. Saturation diver Nico van Heerden risks his life to search the Jascon 4 wreck for survivors. Inside the wreck, he feels a tap on his shoulder, raising hope that someone may have survived. The […]
October 8, 2024 by HAL
The body of Colleen Monfore, a missing American diver, was found inside a shark caught by fishermen near Timor-Leste. Monfore had gone missing while diving in Indonesia, and strong currents were reported at the time. Friends believe she suffered a medical issue rather than being attacked by the shark. The shark was in distress, and […]
September 24, 2024 by HAL
The search for a missing diver off the coast of Cornwall was called off on September 22, 2024. The diver was reported overdue by a dive boat around 11:00 am, prompting a major rescue operation. HM Coastguard sent helicopters and RNLI lifeboats to assist in the search near St Anthony Head. Despite extensive efforts by […]
September 23, 2024 by HAL
A hyperbaric consultant at Mater Dei Hospital in Malta has been suspended after Polish diver Krzysztof Białecki died in July. Białecki and his diving partner were exploring the wreck of the SS Polynesian when they ascended without completing their decompression stops. Białecki was treated but later died after the consultant left him in the care […]
September 3, 2024 by HAL
An Australian diver, Pamela Philip, died after a dive at Manta Point near Bali. The 64-year-old was on a trip with her husband and part of a group of experienced divers. After diving for about eight minutes, she surfaced but complained of shortness of breath. Despite the crew’s attempt to perform CPR, she did not […]
August 16, 2024 by HAL
A diver was spear-fishing when he encountered a curious shark. Trying to push the shark away, he accidentally angered it, leading the shark to attack and damage his wetsuit. Luckily, the diver wasn’t hurt, but it was a risky situation that serves as a reminder about respecting marine life. Read the full article at forscubadivers.com
August 10, 2024 by HAL
A diver was swallowed and spit out by a whale shark, as reported on the Divers Alert Network website. The incident involved a 62-year-old advanced open water diver experiencing this rare encounter. Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
August 8, 2024 by HAL
A diver got trapped in an underwater cave’s air pocket for two days. The diver was identified as Xisco Gracia, a geology teacher and cave explorer. Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
July 29, 2024 by HAL
A missing diver near Hastings was found by a group of divers one day after he went missing. The man failed to surface as planned, prompting a search and rescue operation. Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
July 11, 2024 by HAL
A diver in his 50s died after being rescued near Eastbourne, UK by a helicopter dispatched by HM Coastguard. Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
June 4, 2024 by HAL
Divers should know air quality standards and require transparency from operators. Read the entire article at www.divecuracao.info
May 24, 2024 by HAL
The text does not contain relevant information about a diver’s greatest fear or any diving-related insights. Read the entire article at www.thegreatdivepodcast.com
March 5, 2024 by HAL
A diver in Florida encounters a great white shark while capturing a video during an advanced diving certification, which adds to the recorded shark encounters in the area, including one with researchers. The surprising incident emphasizes the unexpected nature of marine encounters while diving. Read the article
January 23, 2024 / March 6, 2024 by HAL
A scuba diver revisits the A.C.E. wreck to improve a photogrammetry model despite challenging conditions. Detailed preparation, close-up photography, and alignment of about 1,000 images led to a better model with some missing details. The diver plans for future dives to enhance the model further and mentions a hidden detail on the wreck. Read the […]
September 4, 2023 by HAL
The Nursehound Catshark is a type of shark found in shallow waters of the Northeast Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Divers often see this species close to rocky shores. Its eggcases are commonly found along the southwestern coast of England and Wales, highlighting its presence in these areas. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
February 5, 2021 by HAL
Julianne Ziefle, a diver since 1985, is an award-winning speaker and media professional involved in projects like Cousteau’s Campaign on Rights of Future Generations and school programs in the South Pacific. She has received the Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Award from D.A.N. Read the article
December 29, 2020 by HAL
Paul Rose is a renowned explorer and diver, leading National Geographic Pristine Seas Expeditions. He specializes in unlocking scientific mysteries in remote areas. Paul’s work involves field science, polar exploration, and communication of global discoveries. Read the article
April 28, 2020 by HAL
Andy Torbet, an experienced diver and explorer, is interviewed by Ian, Gemma, and Werttie. They discuss diving adventures, the Britannic wreck, and Andy’s diverse skill set. Andy’s background includes bomb disposal and skydiving in addition to diving and exploring. The group shares their social media handles for updates and contact. Read the article
April 21, 2020 by HAL
Andy Torbet, a versatile explorer and diver, is interviewed by Ian, Gemma, and Werttie for the podcast. Andy’s adventures range from cave diving to skydiving, reflecting his diverse skill set in extreme sports. The podcast provides various contact options for listeners to engage with the content. Read the article
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