OceanGate now says that all five passengers “have been lost,” according to a statement. From a report: “These men were true explorers who shared distinct spirit of adventure, and a deep passion for exploring protecting our world’s oceans,” the statement reads. “Our hearts are with these five souls and every member of their families during this tragic time.”
The U.S. Coast Guard has confirmed that a “debris field” has been found in the search area for the missing Titan submersible. A press conference is scheduled for 3 p.m. to provide more details. There is no confirmation directly from the Coast Guard on what the debris appears to be, and there is no word whether human remains were also found. However, a dive expert connected to the search and rescue efforts told the BBC that the debris included a “landing frame and a rear cover from the submersible.”
