The Hantavirus-infected cruise ship has now docked in Tenerife. The vessel arrived at the Granadilla port early on Sunday, May 10, with plans for the evacuation of 147 individuals, including 22 British nationals, who are still on board. The evacuation is set to be completed within 24 hours to avoid potential delays due to anticipated adverse weather conditions.
Passengers are instructed to bring only essential items as they will be isolated upon disembarkation in Tenerife. The disembarkation process will involve transferring individuals via small boats while ensuring thorough health checks for any symptoms. Various nationalities, totaling over 20, are currently on the ship.
Efforts are underway to conduct evacuation flights on Sunday and Monday, as confirmed by Maria Van Kerkove from the WHO’s Department of Epidemic and Pandemic Management. Both the U.S. and the U.K. have arranged for planes to repatriate their citizens, with Americans to undergo quarantine in Nebraska.
Spanish passengers will be moved to a medical facility for quarantine, including 13 Spanish passengers and one crew member listed by Oceanwide. Those leaving the ship must leave their luggage behind, carrying only essential items like a cellphone, charger, and documentation. The vessel will proceed to the Netherlands for disinfection, with some crew members and the deceased passenger’s body remaining on board.
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