Diver Found Safe After Going Missing in Protea Banks

A 59-year-old diver was rescued safely by SAR teams after she went missing during a dive in Protea Banks while on a dive tour.

During an extensive sea and air search, in 4 to 5 meter swells and strong North Easterly winds, the rescue crew on the helicopter spotted the lady adrift in the water at 12h19 - they had noticed her from her frantic waving of her arms. Read more here

It's amazing to hear the woman was rescued safely all thanks to the SAR teams and glad to hear she wasn't injured. As always, please be safe out there!

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