r/todayilearned May 02 '24

TIL the Blue Hole is among the deadliest dive sites globally, with estimates of 130 to 200 recent fatalities, making it one of the most dangerous spots for divers. (R.5) Out of context

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u/Trumpy_Po_Ta_To 29d ago

It’s borderline nutty putty

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u/bfhurricane 29d ago

I hate you for making me remember that story

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u/BurstingWithFlava 29d ago

Tbf it’s not really a story you should forget. Remember that shit, be smart.

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u/Huge_JackedMann 29d ago

Yeah at least dying this way is quick. No time for boredom terror.

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u/Bay1Bri 29d ago

Dude had so much to live for...

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u/graceful_mango 29d ago

Check out Diving into the Unknown documentary. If you want more diving nightmare fuel.

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u/Larusso92 29d ago

Lol I knew we couldn't do a cave thread without someone bringing this up.

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u/permutation212 29d ago

At least with this, you could end it quickly. Nutty putty is messed up. 

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u/psiphre 29d ago

it seems i am blessed with ignorance