Passenger Overboard Incident on Royal Caribbean Cruise
In a concerning event, a female passenger aboard the Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas went overboard on the inaugural day of The 80s Cruise, which features performances by iconic artists such as Tiffany, Men at Work, Squeeze, and Adam Ant.
Search Operations Initiated
According to multiple sources, a search operation commenced around 11 p.m. on March 3, shortly after the alarm was raised about the missing passenger. While details surrounding the incident remain unclear, Royal Caribbean representatives indicated that an immediate search effort was launched.
Cruise Progress Despite Incident
Despite the alarming situation, the Explorer of the Seas continued its scheduled route while the U.S. Coast Guard engaged in search efforts to locate the overboard passenger. The ship’s crew worked closely with local authorities and provided support to the family of the affected guest during this challenging time.
Details of the Incident
Reports suggest that the incident occurred towards the end of the evening, coinciding with a performance by Squeeze. Eyewitness accounts described an announcement made through the ship’s PA system informing passengers that someone had gone overboard and that the vessel would reverse course for the search.
According to one anonymous passenger, safety boats and floodlights were deployed for several hours as part of the search operation. Ultimately, the cruise ship resumed its journey, arriving in Nassau, Bahamas, albeit a few hours later than originally planned.
Cruise Details
This seven-day roundtrip voyage commenced in Miami and is scheduled to make stops in notable destinations including Nassau, San Juan, and Puerto Plata.
Ongoing Support and Investigations
Royal Caribbean emphasized their commitment to assisting the guest’s family during this difficult time, stating: “Our crew immediately launched a search and rescue effort, is working with local authorities, and we are providing support and assistance to the guest’s family during this difficult time. To respect the privacy of our guest’s family, we have no additional details to share.”
As the situation develops, further updates will likely be provided by Royal Caribbean and the U.S. Coast Guard.