Christine Grosart is an offshore diver medic who works on vessels and gas platforms in the North Sea. Besides her medical duties, she is passionate about cave exploration and diving. She dedicates much of her time to outdoor activities, both above and below the water. Additionally, Christine is involved with Ghost Fishing UK, an organization focused on underwater environmental efforts.
Diving deep can be an exciting adventure, with depths ranging from 60-130 feet, but it also comes with risks. The record for deep diving is 1,066 feet, achieved by Ahmed Gabr in 2014, which required a long decompression time. Diving below certain depths can lead to dangers like decompression sickness and narcosis, which affects a…
Protecting popular diving sites can help marine life recover. This protection could also bring in an extra $2 billion annually for coastal economies. Only 15% of dive sites are currently in fully protected areas. By increasing protection, more divers would visit, boosting dive industry profits by $616 million a year. Supporting the establishment of protected…
The 2025 monitoring of the vaquita showed some hopeful signs. Experts recorded 254 sightings using acoustic devices and visual methods. The vaquita population is estimated to be between 7 and 10 individuals. Notably, one mother vaquita, named Frida, was observed with a calf. Conservation teams remain committed to protecting these endangered marine mammals and their…
Sharks possess complex brains and a range of senses similar to humans, but they also have unique abilities. They rely heavily on their sense of smell, detecting blood from great distances. Their vision is optimized for low-light conditions, allowing them to see well underwater. Additionally, sharks have acute hearing, can sense electrical fields through special…
Brian Carney and Jason Meany, friends and scuba diving enthusiasts, are running the Dopey Challenge to honor their late friend Jared Hires. They were inspired by Hires’ commitment to improving his health through running and wanted to bring his memory into the race. Both Carney and Meany have backgrounds in running and are using this…
The Rapid Extrication Board (REB) may change rescue methods in diving. It helps rescuers remove victims from water quickly and safely. The board has color-coded straps for easy handling and built-in wheels for transfer. This method reduces the risk for both the victim and rescuers. The REB makes rescues simpler and more efficient than before.