Two U.S. Navy SEALs ‘ deaths were both identified as unavoidable, according to a military research into the deaths of both. The Navy SEALs perished in January while trying to board a boat ship that was attempting to transport Egyptian ballistic missiles and cruise missiles from Iran to Houthi jihadists in Oman.
The two Navy SEALs, identified as Christopher J. J., were identified in a statement from the military research obtained by The Associated Press. First-class Nathan Gage Ingram, a member of the Navy’s Special Warfare Command, and a member of the tanks who had fallen into deep lakes, perished. The two Navy SEALs rapidly sank because their flotation devices were unable to support the extra weight of the tools, despite the report’s claim that the deaths could have been avoided.
The Associated Press reported that the new document showed there were “deficiencies, cracks and contradictions” in the Navy SEALs ‘ policies, education, methods, and techniques. Additionally, the report made a point of emphasis on” opposing advice” regarding how to use emergency float equipment and when to add extra material to make up for extra pounds.
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In the statement, Rear Adm. Michael DeVore stated,” Encumbered by the mass of each individual’s products, neither their natural ability nor emergency optional flotations products, if activated, were sufficient to keep them at the edge”.
According to the review, Chambers was “intermittently” seen at the surface of the water for approximately 26 hours after falling into the sea, while Ingram, who jumped over in an attempt to rescue Halls, remained at the water’s edge for about 32 seconds. According to DeVore,” The whole tragic occasion elapsed in only 47 seconds and two NSW soldiers were lost to the sea.”
The two Navy SEALs would have been able to stay afloat until they could have been saved if the float gear had been properly maintained, functioning properly, and used in the right method. Other members of the Navy SEAL team told investigators they were aware of the importance of flotation devices, but few of them had received training or specific instructions on how to use the devices.
The Navy SEALs ‘ poor instruction in using flotation devices, as well as the event that led to the deaths of two Navy SEALs, may have contributed to the military research. Additionally, the report suggested that Ingram’s float products might not have been correctly attached and that a more complete “buddy check” prior to the vision may have made sure the gear was appropriately attached.