Spanish authorities are preparing to receive a cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak as it docks in the Canary Islands, with plans to evacuate more than 140 passengers and crew members. The ship is expected to arrive at Tenerife early Sunday.
Health officials have confirmed or suspect nine cases of hantavirus among those on board. The ship, which has not been named in reports, is heading to the Canary Islands after the outbreak was detected.
The Associated Press reported that Spanish officials on Friday were readying to receive the vessel. The total number of people on board exceeds 140, including both passengers and crew. CBS News noted nine confirmed or suspected cases connected to the ship.
The Financial Times reported that passengers showing symptoms could be isolated on the island upon arrival. The Independent reported that the United Kingdom is sending a plane to evacuate British passengers, who will be required to self-isolate for 45 days after returning.
No direct quotes from officials were provided in the source summaries. The ship is scheduled to dock early Sunday, and preparations for the evacuation and potential isolation of symptomatic individuals are ongoing.
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