Web Desk May 26, 2025, 9:57 a.m.
The MSC Elsa 3 ship, which was in an accident in the Arabian Sea, has completely sunk. The ship sank completely after more containers fell into the sea. The MSC Elsa 3, a Liberian ship that had come to Kochi, sank 38 nautical miles (70.3 km) southwest of the coast. The cargo ship, which had left the Vizhinjam port, had an accident in the waters off Kochi and the containers fell into the sea. The ship sank completely after attempts to right the ship failed. INS Sujatha had earlier rescued three crew members, including the captain, who were still on board the ship. 21 people were rescued yesterday. The Navy had also examined the situation, including whether the ship could be brought closer to shore. However, the rough seas in adverse weather conditions hampered the rescue efforts. According to information received from the Navy, efforts to right the ship are not yielding results. Efforts are being made to balance the ship by loading weights on the upper part of the ship, which is tilted 26 degrees. It is estimated that the containers that fell into the sea may reach the Ernakulam and Alappuzha coasts. The containers may reach the coast by this afternoon. Authorities had earlier warned people not to go near the container even if it washed ashore. However, authorities have not yet revealed what was in the container. There are indications that it is fuel mixed with sulfur.
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