Experts have unveiled the first image of the Titan sub on the ocean floor after its tragic implosion, causing a stir on social media.
The tragic Titan submersible incident, which claimed five lives, is under intense investigation.
On September 16, the first image of the doomed vessel on the ocean floor was presented during a U.S. Coast Guard hearing.
This image not only shocks viewers but also provides insight into the loss of those aboard the vessel.
Titan sub tragically exploded in June 2023
The Titan sub is an experimental submersible by OceanGate Expeditions.
However, on the day of the incident, just minutes before losing contact, the crew sent their final messages.
The last words from them were “all good.”
It tragically imploded during its mission to explore the wreckage of the Titanic in June 2023.
Among those who lost their lives were prominent adventurer Hamish Harding, businessman Shazada Dawood, his 19-year-old son Suleman, OceanGate’s CEO Stockton Rush, and French Titanic expert Paul-Henri Nargeolet.
This shocking revelation left many followers of the expedition in disbelief, realizing that things did not go as planned.
Experts reveal first picture of doomed Titan sub on sea floor after its tragical implosion
The released image shows the tail of the Titan standing vertically on the seabed.
This indicates that the submersible imploded and sank to the ocean floor.
The photos were captured by a remotely operated vehicle on June 22, just days after the tragedy.
Additionally, the crew was in communication with the Polar Prince support ship before their last message, “all good,” was sent.
Shortly after, repeated inquiries about the submersible’s depth went unanswered, and contact was lost.
The implosion occurred just days before images of the wreckage were captured on June 22, 2023, sparking global debates over the future of private undersea expeditions.
The U.S. Coast Guard is currently leading a hearing in Charleston County, South Carolina, to investigate the submersible’s catastrophic failure.
Their goal is to uncover the full details surrounding the disaster.
The investigation aims to find out if any criminal activity played a role in the disaster.
It will also provide recommendations to help prevent similar incidents in the future.
Ten former OceanGate employees are expected to testify, adding further insight into the safety practices of deep-sea exploration.
The Titan sub disaster has affected many people
This tragedy affected not only those who were aboard but also their families and friends.
The loved ones of the victims have endured an immense sense of loss.
They hope that the investigation will provide clarity and bring some solace amid their grief.
One of the victims, Hamish Harding, was a well-known explorer who had participated in various expeditions.
He had a passion for discovery and adventure. Alongside him, father and son Shahzada and Suleman Dawood also lost their lives in this incident.
They were enthusiastic about exploring and had invested time in learning about the ocean.
Deep-sea exploration remains a controversial topic.
The tragedy of the Titan sub has raised serious concerns about the safety of private expeditions.
However, others, like billionaire Larry Connor, still show interest in pursuing similar ventures.
Earlier this year, Connor supported the idea of building another sub for him to visit the Titanic wreck.
He believes that, when done properly, deep-sea exploration can be a life-changing experience.