The Icy Waters That Doomed the Titanic
The frigid waters where the Titanic sank are displayed here as it was captured on camera a few days before the tragic event. A mild winter led to a massive shift of icebergs off the west coast of Greenland, which was responsible for the icy conditions. The temperature of the water when the Titanic sank was 28°F.
These freezing conditions played a significant role in the high number of fatalities, as many who jumped into the water may have succumbed to hypothermia within minutes and eventually drowned. However, it’s possible that some passengers perished due to their inability to swim.
