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Norwegian Cruise Line Ends Seek for Man Overboard as Norwegian Epic Sails from Jamaica to Bahamas
Sunday, December 29, 2024
In a somber flip of occasions, Norwegian Cruise Line has ceased its search and rescue efforts for a 51-year-old man who tragically went overboard from the Norwegian Epic. The incident occurred at roughly 3 p.m. on Thursday because the vessel journeyed from Ocho Rios, Jamaica, to the Bahamas.
The Norwegian Epic, which embarked from Port Canaveral final Saturday, was within the midst of a seven-night Caribbean cruise when the unlucky occasion unfolded. The person, half of a giant household group having fun with the journey collectively, has not been positioned regardless of intensive search efforts.
A cruise line spokesperson expressed the corporate’s deep concern and prolonged their heartfelt sympathies to the household throughout this distressing time. The choice to droop the search was made after cautious consideration and in session with maritime authorities.
Passengers aboard the ship have been knowledgeable of the state of affairs and the following cessation of the search. The Norwegian Epic is constant its scheduled itinerary because the cruise line cooperates with related authorities to analyze the circumstances surrounding the incident.
