The small Philippine town of Paracale is known for gold mining where independent miners risk their lives in search of the precious metal. They dive into mud-filled shafts with scuba gear and spend up to 6 hours underwater. ‘Submerged divers know they are practically half dead’, locals say. Miners get trapped in the pits or drown with no oxygen. However, it’s the only source of income for many local residents.
Golden Gamble
