03/06/2026
🐢 A positive outcome for marine life, the reef, and the local community.
Following reports of a sea turtle entangled in a fishing net south of Dahab, members of the local community quickly mobilized to help. An independent group of freedivers rushed to the scene, and thankfully, by the time they arrived, the turtle had already managed to free itself.
When the Ghost Diving Egypt team assessed the situation, they confirmed the net was fresh and actively being used for fishing. In accordance with Ghost Diving protocols, active fishing gear was not removed. However, because the net had become entangled on the reef, where it should not be deployed, the team carefully cleared it from the coral to prevent further damage and moved it away from the reef.
The fishers retrieved the net themselves later that day.
This incident highlights what can be achieved when communities work together:
🐢 An endangered sea survived.
🤝 and community members acted quickly and responsibly.
🪸 The was protected from unnecessary damage.
🎣 Local fishers recognized the issue and took action to recover their gear.
is often about , and this was a great example of people coming together to create a positive outcome for both and the .
🎥 Footage by: Christina Ewerhardy
