Inside the cruise ship at the center of the hantavirus outbreak

The nearly 150 people aboard a cruise ship off the coast of Cape Verde have been mostly confined to their cabins, according to footage obtained by The Associated Press, after three passengers died and at least four others were left ill in a suspected hantavirus outbreak.

Inside the cruise ship at the center of the hantavirus outbreak

TL;DR

  • Nearly 150 people are aboard a cruise ship off Cape Verde.
  • Three passengers have died.
  • At least four passengers are ill.
  • A suspected hantavirus outbreak is the cause.
  • Most passengers are confined to their cabins.
  • Footage of the situation was obtained by The Associated Press.