BREAKING NEWS: Cruise Ship Explorer of the Seas Faces Catastrophic Storm Near Canary Islands
In a harrowing maritime incident, the Explorer of the Seas, a cruise ship carrying approximately 5,000 passengers, encountered a massive storm near the Canary Islands, resulting in significant onboard chaos and injuries. The vessel was struck by 85 mph winds and towering swells, causing it to tilt nearly 45 degrees. This extreme list led to widespread panic as furniture, including a grand piano, was hurled across decks, and passengers were thrown to the floor. (The US Sun)
Eyewitness accounts describe scenes of terror, with guests screaming and sending farewell messages to loved ones, fearing a disaster akin to the Titanic. The ship maintained the severe tilt for approximately three minutes before stabilizing. One passenger sustained injuries severe enough to necessitate an emergency stop in Las Palmas, Spain, for medical attention. (The US Sun)
Royal Caribbean, the operator of Explorer of the Seas, has yet to release an official statement regarding the incident. Investigations are underway to assess the extent of the damage and to determine the cause of the ship’s extreme tilt. Passengers are being offered support, and inquiries into the ship’s structural integrity and emergency preparedness are expected to follow.
This incident raises serious concerns about cruise ship safety protocols in the face of extreme weather conditions.
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