Efforts to locate the missing submersible are still underway following the tragic incident that occurred over the weekend. The vessel went missing during an expedition to explore the depths of the mid-Atlantic, specifically the Titanic wreckage. Unfortunately, on Sunday, the submarine vanished mysteriously while submerged. In a strange twist, renowned writer and former showrunner of The Simpsons, Mike Reiss, has become entangled in a maritime mystery, as he has firsthand experience aboard the ill-fated vessel. In a recent interview, he shared a somber assessment derived from personal encounters and the haunting thought that crossed his mind while on board: "I may never get off."
The submersible "Titan" has been missing in the North Atlantic since June 18, carrying five individuals. Speaking on BBC Breakfast (via Deadline) on June 19, Reiss expressed doubt regarding the likelihood of a successful rescue mission. Being familiar with the logistics and vastness of the ocean, he explained why he believes that accessing and retrieving the submarine, if it has indeed sunk to the bottom, would be an insurmountable challenge. Reiss also disclosed that communication was frequently lost during his previous dives with OceanGate Expeditions, which owns Titan, leaving him with a lingering sense of uncertainty. Reflecting on his experiences, Reiss candidly admitted:
