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'Cave Without a Name' closed after fatal accident
Posted:
May 1, 2007 12:30 pm
by William Tucker
"The Cave Without a Name was closed indefinitely Tuesday a day after its general manager, Thomas Summers III, died in a nearby cave. "
http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/metro/ ... 91c61.html
Posted:
May 1, 2007 12:36 pm
by William Tucker
This event is hitting the Texas caving community pretty hard.
Thomas Summers was the son of the owner of Cave without a Name and worked at the cave.
Many of those involved in the rescue are active cavers in Texas.
Posted:
May 1, 2007 1:45 pm
by Ralph E. Powers
That, most definitely sucks. Really sad news and my prayers go to the family and friends.
Low ceiling "water-caves" are notoriously dangerous, recall the 4 deaths in Utah under similar circumstances.
Posted:
May 1, 2007 6:29 pm
by William Tucker
Thomas Summers III was 45 years old and is survived by his wife and four children. His father, Tom Summers, is the owner of Cave Without a Name.
My heartfelt sympathies go out to Thomas' wife, his father and especially his children; and, my appreciation goes to all of those involved in the recovery effort.
Posted:
May 2, 2007 5:09 pm
by Sean Ryan
I probably know most of the rescuers, thanks to the NCRC weeklong outside of Austin. My heart goes out to Thomas' family.