[Paddlewise] large capsize incident in Monterey Bay?

From: Dave Flory <daflory_at_pacbell.net>
Date: Tue, 23 Nov 1999 11:02:08 -0800
Any one heard anything about such a kayak incident? This is quoted from
longer a message on ba_diving list. I'm assuming someone thought they needed
outside assistance or capsizing wouldn't be an item of note, since many of
us practice doing it all the time and do it by accident once in a while
.
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Hello all, thought I would let you all know about a debriefing that is
happening following a tough year of losses and near losses in the Monterey
Bay.  It is not open to the public but the safety of the water sports here
is getting attention in the form of a debriefing after an incident involving
some 25-30 kayakers that capsized during high winds last month.  Along with
the loss of five divers and a record number of Hyperbaric chamber cases and
Ocean Rescue calls several entities including the SUCH, Monterey Fire
Department, Dive Charter operators, Kayak and Dive Store Managers are
gathering to address issues that are of concern to all of us that come to
use and or work in this profession.
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        Dave Flory, San Jose, CA.     daflory_at_pacbell.net
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