Overview

• The Liberian-flagged container ship 'MSC ELSA3' sank 38 nautical miles off the coast of Kerala, India, on May 26, 2025.
• All 24 crew members were successfully rescued after the ship sent out a distress signal on May 24, 2025.
• The ship carried 13 containers of unspecified dangerous cargo, along with 85 tons of diesel and 367 tons of fuel oil, raising environmental concerns.
• The Indian Coast Guard has deployed two ships and an aircraft to contain the oil spill and mitigate its impact on marine ecosystems.
• Authorities have issued warnings to fishermen and locals to avoid the affected area and stay clear of any washed-up containers.