A search and rescue mission is underway for a submersible that went missing in the area of the Titanic wreck in the North Atlantic Ocean. The submersible, which was operated by OceanGate Expeditions, was carrying five people when it lost contact with the Canadian research ship MV Polar Prince on Sunday morning.
The submersible, called Limiting Factor, was on a dive to the Titanic wreck when it lost contact. The submersible is equipped with a life support system that can last for up to 72 hours, but the search is focused on finding the submersible as soon as possible.
The search area is located approximately 900 miles east of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The U.S. Coast Guard, the Canadian Coast Guard, and the Royal Canadian Navy are all involved in the search.
OceanGate Expeditions has said that the submersible was operating normally before it lost contact. The company has also said that the submersible is equipped with a variety of safety features, including a backup communication system.
The search for the missing submersible is ongoing. The U.S. Coast Guard has said that the search is "complex and challenging" due to the depth of the water and the remote location of the search area.
The Titanic wreck is located approximately 12,415 feet below the surface of the ocean. The wreck is a popular tourist destination, and several companies offer submersible tours to the site.
The search for the missing submersible is a reminder of the dangers of diving in the deep ocean. The Titanic wreck is a relatively shallow shipwreck, but the water in the area is still very cold and there is a risk of decompression sickness.
The search for the missing submersible is ongoing, and there is still hope that the five people on board will be found alive.