Cruise Ship Collisions and Incidents Leave Passengers Terrified
Norwegian Sun Collides with Iceberg, Docked for Repairs
The Norwegian Sun cruise ship, carrying 2,000 passengers, collided with an iceberg near Hubbard Glacier, resulting in damage that required the ship to dock in Seattle for repairs.
Fire on Small Cruise Ship Forces Evacuation
A fire on a small cruise ship in Alaska forced 67 passengers and crew members to evacuate Monday. The incident occurred off the coast of Juneau, and the passengers were taken to a nearby island by the Coast Guard.
Other Cruise Incidents
In recent months, there have been several other cruise ship incidents that have made headlines:
- The Coast Guard launched a search Sunday after five people went missing from a cruise ship off the coast of Florida.
- A Royal Caribbean cruise ship was forced to return to port in Belize after experiencing a power outage that left passengers without air conditioning for hours.
Conclusion
These recent cruise ship incidents have highlighted the potential risks associated with this form of travel. While the vast majority of cruises are safe, it is important for passengers to be aware of the dangers and to take precautions to stay safe. Passengers should carefully consider the safety record of a cruise line before booking, and they should make sure to follow the safety instructions provided by the crew.
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