Hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius arrives in Rotterdam for disinfection
Summary
The cruise ship MV Hondius, affected by a hantavirus outbreak, has arrived in Rotterdam for cleaning and quarantine. The virus has caused several illnesses and deaths, and authorities are isolating the crew and medical staff to prevent further spread.Key Facts
- MV Hondius is a Dutch cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak.
- The ship docked in Rotterdam for disinfection and quarantine on May 18, 2026.
- There are 25 crew members and two medical staff remaining on board.
- At least three people have died from the virus, including a Dutch couple and a German citizen.
- The outbreak was first reported to the World Health Organization (WHO) on May 2, 2026.
- Hantavirus is usually spread by rodents, but can rarely spread between people after close contact.
- The virus involved is the Andes virus, common in Argentina and Chile.
- The WHO recommends a 42-day quarantine for people at high risk of infection.
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