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Ship Captain Praises Unity Amid Hantavirus Outbreak
11 May
Summary
- Captain lauded crew's courage and passengers' patience during outbreak.
- Hantavirus cluster reported to WHO on May 3.
- Ship carried 147 people from 23 nations.
- Health officials urge calm, stating low public risk.
Captain Jan Dobrogowski of the MV Hondius has acknowledged the remarkable unity and resilience demonstrated by both crew and passengers during a challenging hantavirus outbreak. He praised his crew for their courage and selfless resolve in difficult moments.
Passengers were also commended for their patience, discipline, and kindness throughout the ordeal. The incident involved a cluster of severe respiratory illnesses reported to the World Health Organization on May 3. The Dutch-flagged vessel had 147 passengers and crew aboard, representing 23 different nationalities.
Health authorities have sought to reassure the public, noting that hantavirus presents a low risk to the wider community. The situation on the MV Hondius has been managed with the cooperation of all involved.
