According to the naval team’s assessment, it seemed that the elephant was crossing the lagoon when the water’s current intensified. They speculated that the elephant was caught in the rush of water and eventually carried away to the sea.
Fortunately, elephants are excellent swimmers. They have large buoyant bodies that help them float, and they also have long trunks that act as a snorkel. This is how the elephant was able to survive in the water.