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Maldives cave dive deaths leave us with many theories and one big question
Key takeaways
- A deep-sea rescue diver, trailing a guide line, explores the inner sections of a cave in the Maldives where five Italians died.
- Considered an extreme sport when done recreationally, the practice of exploring underwater caverns requires specialised equipment, training and careful planning.
- Beyond that depth, a dive becomes a "technical dive", otherwise known as deep-sea diving.
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A deep-sea rescue diver, trailing a guide line, explores the inner sections of a cave in the Maldives where five Italians died. (DAN Europe: Sami Paakkarinen)
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Considered an extreme sport when done recreationally, the practice of exploring underwater caverns requires specialised equipment, training and careful planning.
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