Melekhov was found unconscious at sea an hour later and was declared dead by doctors in a Batangas hospital ... incidents at Verde Island and other dive spots, Lapitan said.

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of slipping beneath the waves and entering a world of vibrant corals, curious sea creatures, and the gentle sway of the ocean. As a certified diver with over a ...

He was transported to a hospital in Batangas where doctors attempted to ... and discussing safety measures for the popular dive spot.