The Coast Guard said it was investigating how the cable was severed and said it could not rule out the possibility of sabotage.
Tag: Maritime Accidents and Safety
Man Is Briefly ‘Swallowed’ by Whale in Chile
Paddling in the Strait of Magellan, Adrián Simancas was caught in a humpback’s lunge. “I realized that I was in something’s mouth and I had been eaten,” he said.
U.S.S. Harry S. Truman Carrier Collides With Commercial Ship Off Egypt
The U.S.S. Harry S. Truman, which had launched airstrikes against the Houthis in Yemen, struck a commercial vessel near Port Said on Wednesday, Navy officials said.
Taiwan Suspects a Chinese-Linked Ship of Damaging an Internet Cable
The Taiwanese Coast Guard said seven Chinese nationals were aboard a ship suspected of causing the damage.
What We Know About the Ship Finland Seized Over Fears of Russian Sabotage
Finland seized an oil tanker that authorities believe might have deliberately cut vital undersea cables. Finnish authorities believe the tanker may be linked to Russia.
Two Sailors Die in Separate Incidents in Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
The men were hit in the head by booms on their yachts in separate episodes, as participants faced challenging weather conditions, the police said.
Chinese-Flagged Ship Suspected of Cutting Cables Remains Halted Weeks Later
After fiber-optic cables under the Baltic Sea were cut last month, European officials hurried to stop the Yi Peng 3. It’s still at anchor there, with no update on three nations’ investigation.
Nigeria Boat Capsizes, Killing at Least 27
Rescuers were searching for survivors after the vessel, taking passengers to a food market, capsized along the River Niger, officials said.
7 Still Missing After Tourist Boat Sinks in Egypt
The vessel was hit by a large wave in a part of the Red Sea coast that is known for diving and snorkeling.
60 Dead After Boat Capsizes in Nigeria
The boat was carrying about 300 people on the Niger River. Rescuers continued to search for survivors.