Maritime accidents

Maritime accidents refer to incidents that occur on or near waterways, involving ships, boats, or other vessels. These can include collisions between vessels, groundings (when a ship runs aground), capsizing (when a vessel overturns), and incidents involving cargo spills or environmental damage. Causes may involve human error, mechanical failure, adverse weather, or navigation mistakes. Maritime accidents can result in loss of life, injuries, damage to property, and harm to marine ecosystems. Investigations often follow to determine causes and improve safety regulations to prevent future incidents.