A U.S. nuclear-powered submarine struck an object on Oct. 2 while submerging, and there are no life-threatening injuries, the Navy announced Thursday. The USS Connecticut (SSN 22), a Seawolf-class fast-attack submarine, was operating in international waters in the Indo-Pacific region when the collision happened, the Navy said in a statement. “The submarine remains in a safe and stable condition. USS Connecticut’s nuclear propulsion plant and spaces were not affected and remain fully operational,” reads the statement. “The extent of damage to the remainder of the submarine is being assessed. The U.S. Navy has not requested assistance.” The Navy said there are no life-threatening injuries. About 11 sailors were hurt in the incident with moderate to minor injuries, a defense official told USNI News. The official said the boat is now headed to Guam and is expected to pull in within the next day. The underwater accident occurred in the South China Sea, …