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The Associated Press investigates the growing issue of lost shipping containers, revealing that significant numbers are lost at sea, particularly due to the increasing size of cargo ships and mislabeling of cargo. The World Shipping Council estimates an average of 1,480 containers are lost annually, but these figures are likely underreported. Environmental consequences are severe, with incidents causing pollution and ecological damage as containers release harmful materials into the ocean. Recent efforts aim to improve reporting and reduce losses, but enforcement remains questionable.
Source: YAHOO