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Diver Safety: Diver Down Flag

Diver Safety: Diver Down Flag
Diver Safety: Diver Down Flag

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The law requires that a vessel display a divers-down flag whenever divers or snorkelers are in the water. The divers-down flag is red with a white diagonal stripe. It must be at least 20 inches by 24 inches and displayed at a high point where it can be observed 360 degrees around the vessel.

For more information please visit http://www.MyFWC.com/Boating

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