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What did the Coast Guard say about the Titan implosion?

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The Coast Guard concluded the Titan submersible implosion was preventable, citing ignored safety warnings, inadequate design and maintenance, and a toxic workplace culture at OceanGate. The report highlights cost-cutting, use of off-the-shelf parts, and lack of regulatory oversight as key factors.

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U.S. Coast Guard probe: Titan submersible implosion was preventable

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  • The Coast Guard report concludes the Titan submersible disaster was preventable. 16s
  • Oceangate ignored warning signs and failed to properly maintain the vessel. 47s
  • The company used off-the-shelf parts and operated in a regulatory gray area. 1m 14s
  • The exact cause of the implosion remains unknown due to extensive damage. 2m 37s
  • The Coast Guard recommends stricter oversight and international cooperation for submersible safety. 3m 19s
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U.S. Coast Guard probe: Titan submersible implosion was preventable
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CBS News
8 hours ago
U.S. Coast Guard probe: Titan submersible implosion was preventable

The disaster was entirely preventable, according to the Coast Guard Marine Board's lead investigator, citing missed warning signs and lack of maintenance.

Coast Guard report reveals damning details about OceanGate
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CBS America
21 hours ago
Coast Guard report reveals damning details about OceanGate

The Coast Guard Marine Board's lead investigator said the disaster was entirely preventable, with OceanGate failing to maintain the vessel and ignoring hull warning signals.

Deadly Titan submersible disaster was preventable, Coast Guard says
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Euronews
1 day ago
Deadly Titan submersible disaster was preventable, Coast Guard says

A new report released by the U.S. Coast Guard states the implosion was preventable, identifying ignored safety warnings, inadequate design and maintenance, and a toxic workplace environment at OceanGate.

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