Watch: Passengers evacuated from virus-hit cruise ship off Cape Verde
Summary
Passengers were evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship near Cape Verde after an outbreak of hantavirus, a disease spread by rodents. Three passengers have died, and others are sick or showing symptoms. The ship is planned to continue its journey to the Canary Islands after the evacuation.Key Facts
- The MV Hondius cruise ship left Argentina on April 1.
- An outbreak of hantavirus occurred on board; this virus is carried by rodents.
- Three passengers on the ship have died from the virus.
- Several other passengers are sick or showing symptoms of hantavirus.
- Passengers have been evacuated off the ship while it is near Cape Verde.
- After evacuation, the cruise ship will head to the Canary Islands.
- Hantavirus can cause serious illness and is spread through contact with rodents or their droppings.
- This event is part of an ongoing health concern involving cruise ship passengers.
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