Police rescue divers drifting in GDh atoll waters

Police have rescued a group of divers drifting in the waters of GDh atoll.

The police rescued 13 divers who were drifting near GDh. Gan. This includes 10 Russian divers. It has not been confirmed whether they are tourists. The group also included one foreign instructor and three Maldivian instructors.

They were spotted drifting in strong ocean currents by a Marine Police speedboat traveling from Fuvahmulah to Gadhdhoo. Two people were spotted first. After they reported that more people were missing, the Marine Police conducted a rescue operation and found the rest of the group.

Police stated that none of them were injured and that they were safely transported to Gadhdhoo.

Police advised that, in light of this incident, all parties should prioritize everyone's safety, take safety precautions, and check weather and sea conditions before traveling for dives during this period.