Titan Submersible Wreckage Footage Released.
The latest updates on the Titan submersible wreckage include the release of footage and images by the US Coast Guard, showing the aftermath of the catastrophic implosion that occurred in June 2023. Here’s what has been revealed:
- Footage Release: The US Coast Guard released video footage showing the tail cone of the Titan submersible resting on the ocean floor. This footage was part of the evidence presented during a hearing into the tragedy, which began on September 17, 2024, in North Charleston, South Carolina.
- Wreckage Details: The images and videos depict the submersible’s broken tail cone, which was found several hundred yards from the Titanic’s wreckage. The tail cone appeared severed, with ragged edges, indicating the extreme pressure that caused the implosion.
- Investigation Insights: During the hearing, former OceanGate employees, including David Lochridge, the former director of marine operations, testified about safety concerns and operational decisions that might have contributed to the incident. Lochridge expressed hopes that if concerns he raised had been adequately addressed by regulatory bodies like OSHA, the tragedy might have been prevented.
- Last Communications: Before losing contact, the Titan’s crew sent messages indicating everything was fine, followed by a message about dropping weights, which was part of their protocol for adjusting buoyancy. This was moments before the implosion, which was detected acoustically by the Navy shortly after.
- Public and Investigative Reaction: The release of this footage has provided a visual confirmation of the “catastrophic loss” of the submersible and its passengers, sparking discussions on safety protocols for deep-sea exploration and the regulatory oversight of such ventures.
This information has been compiled from various sources, including the US Coast Guard’s releases and posts on X, reflecting both the official investigation’s findings and public sentiment around the event.
