[Texascavers] Conclusion of Vietnam cave rescue

2019-06-09 Thread George Veni
I'm sorry to report that the cave rescue in Vietnam is over and turned into a body recovery: https://usures.com/vietnam/found-the-victim-after-10-days-in-the-cave-at-c-ma/ George George Veni, PhD Executive Director, National Cave and Karst Research Institute (NCKRI) and

Re: [Texascavers] Tiny caving vehicles

2019-06-09 Thread Mike Flannigan
Some people say that it is not worth using LPG instead of gasoline in the US, even if the conversion cost is zero.  Personally I don't have any experience with it. It is probably true that the economics of using C3 are more beneficial in countries outside the USA.

Re: [Texascavers] Conclusion of Vietnam cave rescue

2019-06-09 Thread JamesJasek
How very sad that someone died in the cave and this could not be rescued Jim Sent from my iPhoneX On Jun 9, 2019, at 4:52 PM, George Veni wrote: I’m sorry to report that the cave rescue in Vietnam is over and turned into a body recovery:

[Texascavers] Cave rescue in Vietnam

2019-06-09 Thread George Veni
I just learned of this dire cave rescue in Vietnam: https://tuoitrenews.vn/news/society/20190607/over-100-rescuers-join-efforts-to-save-man-trapped-in-cave-in-northern-vietnam/50238.html The UIS Cave Rescue Commission is working to establish contacts in Vietnam and offer assistance through the

Re: [Texascavers] [SWR CAVERS] Special Presentation at Carlsbad Caverns today!

2019-06-09 Thread Steve Keselik
George, it's been along time since I've seen you. I've always enjoyed your company and appreciate all you do for our karst ,cave and hydro resources! When you speak or post ,I listen! You are an old friend that has moved away but is fighting the good fight. Keep it up! I haven't made a local