Cruise passengers from virus-hit vessel start disembarkation process

Passengers from MV Hondius Cruise Ship Arrive in Tenerife for Repatriation

A group of passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship, currently at the center of a Hantavirus outbreak, have begun disembarking in Tenerife, Spain’s Canary Islands. The repatriation process is underway, with passengers being transported by boat, bus, and then plane to their respective home countries.

According to reports, the passengers are being taken ashore from the ship for further processing before boarding transportation to their destinations. The exact number of passengers on board has not been disclosed.

The MV Hondius cruise ship had previously reported a Hantavirus outbreak among its passengers, prompting health authorities to take swift action to contain the situation. As a result, the ship’s crew and passengers are being repatriated to prevent further spread of the disease.

Details regarding the number of passengers affected by the Hantavirus outbreak have not been made public. However, it is reported that the ship’s crew and passengers are receiving medical attention as part of the repatriation process.

The repatriation efforts are ongoing, with officials working to ensure the safe transportation of passengers to their home countries.

Source: Al Jazeera