Stuff You Should Know The Wreck of the Costa Concordia
Nov 23, 2023
Dive into the chilling disaster of the Costa Concordia, where navigational errors led to chaos and tragedy just off the coast. Explore the reckless choices of Captain Schettino and the harrowing moments of evacuation that revealed both cowardice and courage among passengers and crew. The podcast also delves into the environmental fallout from the sinking and the intricate salvage operations that followed. Personal anecdotes intertwine with a critical look at maritime safety, making this a gripping tale of human folly and resilience.
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Costa Concordia Disaster
- On Friday, January 13, 2012, the Costa Concordia crashed near Giglio Island.
- Captain Francesco Schettino had deviated from his course for a "sail-by" to impress passengers and a Moldovan woman.
A Modern Disaster
- The Costa Concordia disaster, like the Titanic, involved hubris and human error.
- Unlike the Titanic's ironic twist of fate, the Concordia's wreck was due to incompetence.
The Sail-by
- Schettino performed the risky "sail-by" to thrill passengers and honor a crew member.
- This reckless act involved turning off tracking software and manually maneuvering very close to the shore.