Many questions about what occurred to the Titan submersible remain: Exactly when and why did the implosion occur? How could this tragedy have been prevented? Here's what we know:
WHAT HAPPENED ABOARD THE TITAN?
A deep-sea robot discovered the debris, near the Titanic shipwreck, that authorities say came from the submersible. “These men were true explorers who shared a distinct spirit of adventure, and a deep passion for exploring and protecting the world’s oceans,” OceanGate said in a statement. “We grieve the loss of life and joy they brought to everyone they knew.”It’s a space on the high seas where laws and conventions can be sidestepped by risk-taking entrepreneurs and the wealthy tourists who help fund their dreams. At least for now.
Some agencies can seek reimbursements. But the U.S. Coast Guard is generally prohibited by federal law from collecting reimbursement pertaining to any search or rescue service, said Stephen Koerting, a U.S. attorney in Maine who specializes in maritime law.
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