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The history of diving around the Channel Islands
Santa Barbara is having a vigil tonight for the 34 people who died in the Conception diving boat fire. We look at the history of diving in the area.
By Jonathan Bastian • • 29m ListenSanta Barbara is having a vigil tonight for the 34 people who died in the Conception diving boat fire. We look at the history of diving in the area. Also, a new collection of personal essays written by a Westmont professor addresses the complex process of grieving.
In this episode
3 storiesWhy Santa Cruz Island has long drawn passionate divers
Many family members and friends have spoken publicly about the Conception fire victims' passion for diving and exploring ocean life.
Read the story9 minThe history of diving along the Channel Islands
The Conception fire marks the largest loss of life in the history of the Santa Barbara Channel. The cause of the fire is now the subject of an intensive investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board, the U.S.
Read the story9 minA literary look at grief and rebuilding
Literature has long addressed the process of loss and mourning.
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