Pro Diver sinks

[Shaka Doug]

Word on the beach is that it sank in 500' of water. If that's the case it pretty much ruins the wreck dive option. Sure complicates the salvage option too.

It's a bummer to hear about this. Those guys were all good at what they do and it's a shame to see them lose their boat and all that goes with it.

 

[Dr. Lecter]

Word on the beach is that it sank in 500' of water. If that's the case it pretty much ruins the wreck dive option. Sure complicates the salvage option too.

Are you kidding me?! That's perfect. Excuse me while I go start talking to some CCR buddies.

 

[DiveMaven]

Doug, I had to laugh at your post because...."word on the boat ramp" is that it's only in 150-180 feet of water. Guess we'll find out when they assess what it'll take to salvage her.

http://mauinow.com/2014/07/17/prodiver-maui-vessel-sinks-by-molokini-crater/

 

[DandyDon]

"Prodiver Maui" Vessel Sinks by Molokini Crater | Maui Now

The vessel Prodiver Maui sank in waters by Molokini Crater on Wednesday morning, July 17, the Coast Guard confirmed.
All aboard were rescued by a Good Samaritan vessel that has not been identified. The Coast Guard received a distress call but were not involved in the rescue.
Contrary to previous media reports, there were eight people rescued; one captain, one crew, and six passengers, said Coast Guard Lieutenant Kevin Cooper.
The Prodiver Maui vessel specializes in scuba diving excursions. The company did not immediately respond to inquiries.
A crew member on the recreational vessel Pride of Maui which was also in the area that day described conditions as extremely rough, with many passengers experiencing sea-sickness.
Lt. Cooper said the Coast Guard is investigating this “serious marine incident.”
The Coast Guard won’t handle the removal of the sunken vessel but will act as the federal on-scene coordinator, says Cooper, and ensure the owner/responsible party cleans up any oil or fuel that may leak from the vessel.

 

[emoreira]

http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/hawaii/487618-pro-diver-sinks.html

 

[Shaka Doug]

Still too soon to tell I guess Dive Maven! You know how the coconut wireless works, right?

There's a few CCR guys here that might be all over this. I know Brad, the owner of B&B does rebreathers so I'll be able to get an update from him next time I see him. He will probably know exactly where the boat is.

 

[DiveMaven]

That's why I laughed, it's the coconut wireless at its best! If Todd and Tiff were on island I'm sure they'd be looking to help as well.

 

[scubahawk27]

From my understanding it was off the back wall in 300' of water. Not really something I would joke about as people lost their livelihoods.

---------- Post added July 17th, 2014 at 07:31 PM ----------

Word on the beach is that it sank in 500' of water. If that's the case it pretty much ruins the wreck dive option. Sure complicates the salvage option too.

It's a bummer to hear about this. Those guys were all good at what they do and it's a shame to see them lose their boat and all that goes with it.

Wow, Shaka Doug was the closest as I just checked in with B&B and they confirmed it is at 470 with no plan on recovery

 

[Shaka Doug]

I keep my ear to the sand...

OK so what did I win?

 

[Oldbear]

I keep my ear to the sand...

OK so what did I win?

One free ½ Day Charter for two...on the Prodiver (future schedule pending).

All joking aside, my heart goes out to the operators and I am glad to hear no one was seriously injured.