The Case of the Vanishing Line
Incident Date
1977-06-05
Incident Description
1977 LNRC: On returning from Sump 6 two divers found that the line in Sump 2 had disappeared. Fetching a spare line from the next chamber downstream they were able to re-lay it.
Lessons Learned
Be aware that lines can change break move or disappear between you and the exit. Plan accordingly.
Factors |
|
Line Management |
Major |
Gas Management |
Unknown |
Equipment Management |
Unknown |
Equipment Failure |
Unknown |
Training |
Minor |
Medical |
Unknown |
Planning |
Unknown |
Procedural Error |
Unknown |
Cave Environment |
Unknown |
Weather |
Unknown |
Other Factor |
Unknown |