Dive Flags are fast becoming the symbols for one of the most exciting of all sports: scuba diving. The flag is unique; but noticed for more than just a symbol. In most areas, there are laws that are very strict about carrying the flag with you while diving. The dive flag is traditionally a red flag with a white diagonal stripe running from the top corner to the bottom corner.

They are generally made of vinyl, and can sometimes be mounted in a different way. Some ways divers mount them are on a boat or on a staff, which can be made of fiberglass; so that it stiffens, and that the dive flags are easily stood out. If you don’t have a boat while diving; the flags are securely attached to a float; or some other floating object that will warn other boaters and fishermen that you are there diving under water.

It doesn’t matter how you mount your flag; it has to be visible to all other people. Each state has different laws on how to use the dive flag. I recommend that before you dive; contact the city officials on all the regulations, so that you don’t run into any problems that can cause serious damage to you or someone else.  Most divers are required to come to surface at least 25 feet of the dive flag; and by not following these rules, it can become fatal to you.  If you plan on diving in different locations, or are planning to travel dive; you should have multiple flags set up around your perimeter; but make sure they are no further than 100 feet apart, just to warn other boaters and to make sure that you are following all the laws of that particular state you are in.