Did a deep dive?

A deep dive is a type of scuba diving where the diver descends to depths greater than 60 feet (18 meters). Deep dives require special training and equipment, and present greater risks than shallower dives. Most recreational scuba diving takes place in waters no deeper than 130 feet (40 meters). But some divers want to push themselves to explore deeper depths. For these divers, a deep dive may be the ultimate challenge. Deep dives are not for beginners. In order to safely make a deep dive, a diver must have advanced training and experience. They must also be using specialized equipment that is designed for deep diving. Deep dives present greater risks than shallower dives. These risks include decompression sickness, nitrogen narcosis, and hypoxia. Decompression sickness, also known as "the bends," is a condition that can occur when a diver ascends too quickly from a deep dive. Nitrogen narcosis is a condition that occurs when nitrogen builds up in the body during a deep dive. This can cause the diver to feel disoriented and can lead to mistakes that could be fatal. Hypoxia, or oxygen deprivation, is another risk of deep diving. This can cause the diver to become unconscious and can lead to death. Despite the risks, deep diving can be an exhilarating experience. It allows divers to see things that they would never be able to see on a shallower dive. For experienced divers who are properly trained and equipped, deep diving can be safe and exciting.