This video discusses five of the most expensive cruise ship disasters in history, including the Carnival Splendor engine failure, the Costa Concordia capsizing, the Carnival Sunrise engine fire and sewage backup, the MTS Oceanos sinking, and the Titanic sinking. The causes and outcomes of each disaster are described, with an emphasis on the human and financial costs. The video concludes with the hope that lessons have been learned from these disasters to prevent future tragedies at sea.
1. There have been several expensive cruise ship disasters in history.
2. Carnival Splendor had a catastrophic failure in 2010 that resulted in a fire and loss of power.
3. Costa Concordia ran aground in 2012 after the captain made a fatal mistake and abandoned ship, resulting in 33 deaths.
4. Carnival Sunrise had a fire and sewage backup in 2013, and also collided with another ship while being repaired, costing the company 80 million dollars.
5. MTS Oceanos caught fire and began to sink in 1991, but passengers were rescued after broadcast of a distress signal.
6. SS Morrow Castle caught fire in 1934, ran aground, and was declared a total loss, causing 137 deaths.
7. The Titanic sunk in 1912 after hitting an iceberg, resulting in numerous deaths.
8. Lifeboat emergency drills are important to avoid disasters at sea.
9. Advancements in ship building and safety measures have been made since these disasters occurred.