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Titanic tourist submersible goes missing with search under way
Rescuers are searching for a submersible used to take tourists and experts to view the famous shipwreck.
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You couldn't pay me enough to board this thing, let alone for four days, with another five people locked in there with me. Unless they have some kind of beacon on board, the chances of finding them are slim. More than likely there is some kind of mechanical failure involved that got them stuck deep in the ocean. I hope for the best though.
Not to sound cruel but I don’t think it’s the responsibility of our Navy to do anything.
Curse of the Titanic.
I figure as such but unless this company was able to reimburse US taxpayers for the cost of rescuing people from some object out in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean servicing, a handful of ultra wealthy people from around the world nowhere near the US coast. Well all I say is, those are the risks people take.
If that thing imploded at 12,500 feet below sea level the death of the occupants would occur faster than their cognitive ability to recognize it. In other words, instantaneous death.
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I actually agree with most of what you wrote.
There are people, their kids, their parents, their spouses, etc. If they don't care, at all, I would surprised. So to say no one, you are technically incorrect. And you have insufficient information to even know if one of those people was a BITOG member if you meant no one HERE cares.
But yeah, they dead.
Everyone who is not a sociopath cares. Peoples lives are at stake.
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If it has sunk then I don't think there is much that can make it to 2.5 miles down. I presume just a handful of purpose built scientific vessels go that deep?
Hoping there just rebooting or slowly making their way to surface somehow and just can't communicate.
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Hoping there just rebooting or slowly making their way to surface somehow and just can't communicate.
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Regrettable, but I hope no one is injured or killed in the recovery of this submarine. This type of adventure is very high risk with a very high price of admission. These people knew they weren't getting any guarantees. Same as skydiving, rock climbing, spelunking.
One of the passengers was on Blue Origin flight last year...
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Billionaire Is on the Missing Titanic Tourist Sub, Stepson Says
Getty ImagesBillionaire Hamish Harding is one of the five people on board the Titan, the missing submersible that was meant to take tourists down to see the Titanic’s shipwreck. Harding’s stepson, Brian Szasz, confirmed the news with posts asking for “thoughts and prayers” on social...
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Since they charge $250,000 for the visit (which takes about eight hours, by the way, not four days) the clientele will be somewhat limited. Not surprised there is a billionaire on this trip.One of the passengers was on Blue Origin flight last year...
Billionaire Is on the Missing Titanic Tourist Sub, Stepson Says
Getty ImagesBillionaire Hamish Harding is one of the five people on board the Titan, the missing submersible that was meant to take tourists down to see the Titanic’s shipwreck. Harding’s stepson, Brian Szasz, confirmed the news with posts asking for “thoughts and prayers” on social...
I care. That's a nightmarish situation for those onboard. If they are still alive, can you imagine the horror they would be going through? And how about the family members not knowing if they can be rescued or not. How awful.
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I must clarify that my previous statement didn't convey indifference. In order to foster a better conversation, I would recommend:
- Avoid forming premature judgements, given that we're not acquainted personally.
- Abstain from resorting to name-calling, as it doesn't contribute to the discussion.
- Let's maintain a civil discourse and shun personal attacks.
- It would be helpful if we exhibit sincerity in our responses. Some comments, regrettably, do not reflect genuine concern.
- Statements such as, "It's regrettable, but the US taxpayer shouldn't foot the bill..." may appear to mask insincerity with concern. We should strive for consistency in our standpoints.
- Refrain from assuming a moral high ground; none of us are infallible.
It all depends on how long each person’s thoughts and prayers list is. Alright Hamish, the US Navy has your back but to be honest, you’re a long way from Norfolk.
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