From all accounts it was a powerful storm with very heavy rain and winds that were like those of a tornado or a wind shear which can quickly bring down airplanes. I would agree with hi2u that only the people on deck had any chance, and in those conditions immediate rescue would be virtually impossible. Such a shame, ... Full Comment>>
RossBowyer on news A Story of Survival: “Eastern Star” Passenger Speaks (15 comments)
From all accounts it was a powerful storm with very heavy rain and winds that were like those of a tornado or a wind shear which can quickly bring down airplanes. I would agree with hi2u that only the people on deck had any chance, and in those conditions immediate rescue would be virtually impossible. Such a shame, ... Full Comment>>