Bodies of Italian divers did not have optimal equipment, says rescuer
Summary
Four Italian divers died in a scuba diving accident inside a deep cave in the Maldives, with rescue divers recovering their bodies after several days. A Maldivian rescue diver also died during the search, and investigators are looking into the cause, noting the divers lacked proper cave diving equipment.Key Facts
- The accident happened in a 60-metre-deep cave in Vaavu Atoll, Maldives.
- The four Italian divers were found together in a difficult, deep chamber inside the cave.
- They did not have the recommended scuba diving reel or guide rope, which are important for safety in cave diving.
- One Maldivian rescue diver died while searching for the missing Italians.
- The diving group included university researchers studying climate change impact on biodiversity.
- Weather was rough with a yellow warning for boats on the day they went missing.
- The bodies are expected to be sent back to Italy soon for post mortem examinations.
- An official investigation is underway to determine what caused the accident.
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