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File photo showing Yousry pointing to the area of Chong’s last dive on a map during the press conference. Photo by Chimon Upon
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KUCHING, April 25 The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) together with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) would be conducting a detailed investigation into the case of Karen Chong, a 31-year-old woman who died during a diving trip near Satang Island on April 17.
Her body was found by local fishermen about 16.4 nautical miles north of Tanjung Po – or 52km from her last known location – on April 22.
Divers usually seek out distant waters for their adventures, but there’s plenty of places to explore closer to home, according to the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI). During the pandemic, the group has seen interest grow in online instruction, and certification at local dive shops.
“Divers are finding adventures in their own backyards,” says Kristin Valette-Wirth, chief brand and membership officer for the group. She shares some favorite close-to-home diving spots with USA TODAY.
Dutch Springs
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
This 50-acre lake lures divers with underwater platforms, submerged vehicles and sunken aircrafts, along with freshwater fish, including rainbow trout, largemouth bass, bluegills, koi, yellow perch and goldfish. (Open mid-April-September with select dates in October, November and December)
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