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From what the article say (and that’s not much) getting bent in 25’ is impossible.That's terrible, could not imagine. I wonder if it's from 'the bends' or from possibly not 'exhaling' as he ascended?
Other reports suggest the boy was diving using his fathers alternate air source and then detached.From what the article say (and that’s not much) getting bent in 25’ is impossible.
Not exhaling causes the lungs to over inflate (barotrauma) is a real possibility or it may have been a drowning.
Very sad I feel for all involved, 10yrs old is far too young for diving in my opinion, I think even 12yrs in Australia too young..It's a lot of information for a 10yr old to absorb . Prayers to the family and friendsThat sucks! Prayers for the family and friends.
Shows the importance of being trained properly and not just getting dad to show you.