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Rebreather Emergency - CCR dIver bailout on 68 metre dive

Deep Wreck Diver 80,147 2 months ago
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A flooded rebreather loop is an emergency situation that every CCR diver fears. This happened to me during a 68 metre dive on the SS East Point. In this video I explain what happened, how I reacted and the rationale behind every decision I made. You'll see underwater problem solving, communication with other divers, a bailout to open circuit and the deployment of gas for the surface support team *Highlights* 00:00 Introduction 01:45 Rebreather (CCR) basics 05:30 Fabulous conditions on the wreck 19:50 Where is my gas going? 24:50 Return to the shot 30:00 Help me - seeking support from my buddy 38:00 Time to bailout! 44:50 Call for gas - deploy the emergency signal 55:30 Unexpected visitors - decompression dolphins 60:00 Ascent complete - survived the experience!

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