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Last passengers being removed from MV Hondius; vessel to be disinfected before returning to Netherlands.
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The final 24 passengers aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship are being evacuated on May 11, marking the second day of emergency removals following a hantavirus outbreak, according to France 24.
At least two passengers have tested positive for the virus. After the evacuations complete, the vessel will undergo disinfection before returning to the Netherlands.
The outbreak has raised fresh concerns about infectious disease transmission on cruise vessels and prompted renewed health protocols for maritime operations in European waters.
The final 24 passengers are being evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship on May 11 after at least two tested positive for hantavirus. The ship will be disinfected before returning to the Netherlands, marking the second day of emergency removals.
If you're planning a European cruise or currently booked on one, expect stricter health screening and potential delays as cruise operators implement new infectious disease protocols following this outbreak. The incident highlights real biosecurity risks in confined maritime environments where viruses can spread rapidly among hundreds of passengers.