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Passengers and crew aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship were evacuated in Tenerife after a deadly hantavirus outbreak linked to the vessel reportedly left three people dead and several others infected.
The expedition cruise ship arrived in Spain’s Canary Islands under strict health protocols, where medical teams conducted screenings and emergency response measures before passengers were repatriated to their home countries.
Health authorities say the wider public risk currently remains low, but exposed passengers are being monitored closely and quarantine precautions have been recommended to prevent further spread. Hantavirus is a rare but potentially serious disease that can spread through contact with infected rodents or contaminated environments.
The incident has sparked global concern over onboard health safety and outbreak preparedness as cruise tourism continues to recover worldwide.
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May 12, 2026
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