Passengers from Hantavirus-hit Cruise Ship Begin Disembarking After Quarantine
May 11, 2026 • Al Jazeera
“Passengers from MV Hondius Cruise Ship Begin Disembarkation in Tenerife”
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 passengers are being transported by various means, including boat, bus, and plane, to their respective home countries.
According to reports, the passengers will be taken ashore from the ship before being transferred to other transportation modes. The exact details of the disembarkation process have not been made public.
The MV Hondius cruise ship is currently located in Tenerife, where it has been anchored since the Hantavirus outbreak was reported. The incident has raised concerns among health authorities and passengers alike.
Passengers from the ship are being taken to a designated area for further medical evaluation and treatment before being transported to their home countries. The exact number of passengers on board and those affected by the Hantavirus is not yet known.
The transportation arrangements have been made in cooperation with local authorities, who are working closely with health officials to ensure the safe return of the passengers.
Source: Al Jazeera