Into the Raging Sea
Thirty-Three Mariners, One Megastorm, and the Sinking of El Faro
by:
Rachel Slade
in:
U.S. History
Summary:
The book chronicles the tragic final voyage of the American cargo ship El Faro, which sank in 2015 during Hurricane Joaquin, claiming the lives of all 33 crew members. It delves into the ship's ill-fated decisions, the harrowing experiences of the mariners, and the subsequent investigation that revealed the circumstances leading to the disaster.
Key points:
1. Human Error: The book shows how human error and complacency, like the captain's decision to sail into a hurricane, led to El Faro's sinking. It stresses the need for critical thinking in high-risk situations.
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