Sailed Into a Hurricane: Anthem of the Seas Disaster
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The ship's animometers recorded gusts exceeding 100 mph, 160 kmh.
Passengers reported walking on walls as the ship listed heavily, sometimes tilting as much as 20 to 25°.
Many passengers later recounted believing the ship was going to sink.
The backlash was immediate and severe. Royal Caribbean faced intense scrutiny for sailing into a storm that had been forecasted.
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In this video: * Buildup to the storm off the Carolinas. * Moment the ship hit 100mph winds. * Chaos inside the cabins and public areas. * Aftermath and Royal Caribbean's response. Episodes: 0:00 - Engineering vs Nature 0:55 - Escaping the Winter 1:48 - Sailing into the "Graveyard of the Atlantic" 2:50 - The Storm Explodes 3:45 - Fighting to Stay Upright 4:40 - Destruction and Fear 5:55 - The Aftermath & Injuries 6:45 - Compensation & Controversy 7:25 - Recurring Nightmares 8:05 - Conclusion #anthemoftheseas #royalcaribbean #storm #roughseas #hurricane #roguewave #maritime