Over the past 20 months, three accidents involving British citizens aboard Egyptian submersibles in the Red Sea have caught the attention of the UK’s Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB). These incidents, including capsizing and a fatal fire, have raised concerns about the safety of submersible operations and the need for stricter regulations.
Offshore oil producers in the Gulf of Mexico are bracing for a potential hurricane, with forecasts indicating a storm could form by mid-week. The National Hurricane Center warned of a tropical cyclone near Cuba that may strengthen into a major hurricane as it moves towards the Gulf Coast.
Hurricane Beryl, the earliest Category 5 hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic, is set to hit Jamaica, threatening catastrophic damage. Record-breaking ocean temperatures fuel the storm, posing a danger to the Caribbean islands. As the region braces for impact, calls for better financing to combat climate change grow louder.
Hurricane Beryl intensified on its path towards the Leeward Caribbean islands, posing threats of flooding, storm surges, and life-threatening winds. Residents prepared by securing businesses, stocking up on supplies, and following evacuation orders. The storm’s early and robust formation has raised concerns across the region, with authorities urging caution and readiness.
