Patrick Broin

Tragic Dive at Cenote Nariz: Diver’s Last Moments

Categories: Cave diving, North America diving accidents

Incident Location Diver Name Mexico, Tulum, Cenote Nariz Diver 1 (Name Omitted) Cave diving is an exhilarating yet perilous adventure that requires meticulous preparation and adherence to safety protocols. This story recounts a tragic cave diving incident at Cenote Nariz, part of Sistema Sac Actun near Tulum, Mexico. Based on interviews, dive computer data, and […]

Richard Roose’s Fateful Descent into the Depths of Andrea Doria’s Shipwreck

Categories: Diving, North America diving accidents, Wreck diving

Incident Location Diver Full Names Andrea Doria Shipwreck, Atlantic Ocean, Latitude: 40° 29′ 30.0012″ N Longitude: -69° 50′ 60″ W Richard Roose The Andrea Doria shipwreck is a treasure diving site for many divers, as the allure of exploring the one-time luxurious Italian ship has enticed various enthusiasts. Is the China’s recovery worth risking one’s life? […]

Font Estramar’s Curse Continues: The Tragic Disappearance of Mark Sluszny and the Heartbreaking Fate of Laurent Richaud

Categories: Cave diving, Europe diving accidents

Incident Location Diver Full Name France, Font Estramar Mark Sluszny, Laurent Richaud Mark Sluszny’s Disappearance Mark went diving with a friend on June 28th, 2018, but they got separated underwater. Even though there were warnings to stop, Mark kept going deeper and disappeared at a very deep spot (over 370 feet!). People tried to find him, […]