The TDTOP reporters The search for the missing Oceangate submersible, which was exploring the Titanic wreck in the North Atlantic, has prompted a significant search and rescue effort. On Sunday, the research vessel Polar Prince lost contact with the crew of the Titan sub around one hour and 45 minutes into their dive. As of Monday at 17:00 EST (22:00 BST), the US Coast Guard estimated that the sub had approximately 70 to 96 hours of emergency oxygen remaining.
OceanGate, the tour firm involved, is actively exploring all possible options to ensure the safe return of the crew, while government agencies have also joined the rescue operation. Here is the latest information available:
Regarding the rescue effort, the Polar Prince arrived near the Titanic wreck location in the Atlantic Ocean on Sunday morning. Hamish Harding, who was aboard the Titan, mentioned in a Facebook post that they were anticipating commencing the submersible dive at 04:00 local time.
The Boston Coast Guard, leading the search operation, provided updates on Twitter, stating that the five-person crew “submerged Sunday morning, and the crew of the Polar Prince lost contact with them approximately one hour and 45 minutes into the vessel’s dive