TRAGEDY AT SEA: Cruise Ship Fire Disaster Leaves 800 Dead, 1,700 Rescued
A devastating fire has torn through the Pacific Majesty, leaving at least 800 people dead and 1,700 rescued in one of the worst cruise ship disasters in recent years. The tragedy unfolded in the early hours of the morning as the ship sailed through the Caribbean Sea, near the waters off the Dominican Republic.
The fire is believed to have started in the engine room before quickly spreading to multiple decks, trapping hundreds of passengers in their cabins. Panic erupted on board as thick smoke filled the corridors and flames engulfed parts of the ship. Despite the crew’s efforts to manage the emergency and evacuate passengers, the intensity of the blaze made large areas of the vessel inaccessible.
Rescue teams from nearby nations, including the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, responded quickly. Helicopters and coast guard vessels arrived at the scene, saving over 1,700 people from the burning ship and surrounding waters. Hundreds remain unaccounted for, and search operations are ongoing.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire, with early reports suggesting a possible electrical malfunction.
More updates will follow as the story develops and recovery efforts continue.
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