Disaster Strikes Aboard the World’s Largest Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas
Miami, FL – Tragedy struck early this morning when Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest and most celebrated cruise ship, encountered a serious onboard emergency while sailing through the Caribbean Sea, en route to Cozumel, Mexico.
The incident occurred around 3:20 a.m., when a suspected fire broke out in the ship’s lower decks, prompting mass evacuations and emergency protocols. The Icon of the Seas, which launched in January 2024 and can carry nearly 10,000 passengers and crew, was in the middle of a seven-day luxury voyage from Miami.
According to Royal Caribbean, over 800 crew members acted swiftly to contain the situation. Tragically, three passengers have been confirmed dead and dozens more are being treated for smoke inhalation and injuries. Panic broke out during the evacuation process, though lifeboats were successfully deployed and order was eventually restored.
Rescue ships from the U.S. Coast Guard and neighboring nations are en route, and the vessel is being guided back toward port under escort.
This incident has shocked the cruise industry and raised new concerns about safety aboard mega-liners. Royal Caribbean says a full investigation is underway and has promised full cooperation with authorities.
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