Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Netherlands
The MV Hondius cruise ship, affected by a hantavirus outbreak, has arrived in Rotterdam for disinfection. The ship's operator reported that no current symptoms are present among the crew, who will undergo immediate quarantine. The outbreak has resulted in three passenger fatalities and at least 11 confirmed cases, prompting international health authorities to monitor the situation closely.
- ▪The MV Hondius docked in Rotterdam after a troubled journey due to a hantavirus outbreak.
- ▪Three passengers died during the outbreak, including a Dutch couple believed to be the first exposed to the virus.
- ▪The World Health Organization stated that the outbreak is not a repeat of COVID-19 and is considered very rare.
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World Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Netherlands May 18, 2026 / 5:44 AM EDT / CBS/AP Add CBS News on Google Rotterdam, Netherlands — The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put international health authorities on alert.The MV Hondius was carrying 25 crew members and two medical personnel as it reached Rotterdam on Monday morning, after all the passengers disembarked elsewhere. According to the ship's operator Oceanwide Expeditions, no one on board is experiencing any symptoms. Occupants were seen wearing masks on the deck as the boat was escorted through the port by a tug boat and a Dutch police boat. Authorities said the crew would enter immediate quarantine.
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