Space burial goes wrong: Capsule with remains of 166 people and cannabis seeds crashes into Pacific ocean
A memorial spaceflight went tragically wrong on Saturday when a capsule carrying the remains of 166 people and cannabis seeds crashed into the Pacific Ocean. The Celestis Ascension spacecraft, launched from Florida, experienced an anomaly during reentry.
The company, Celestis, offered memorial spaceflights, allowing individuals to be symbolically scattered among the stars. This particular mission marked a unique inclusion: the seeds of cannabis plants, intended as a symbolic gesture.
Authorities are working to locate the debris field. While the incident is devastating, Celestis assures families they are committed to understanding what happened and providing answers. This marks a rare setback for the burgeoning space burial industry.