Hantavirus Outbreak Hits Atlantic Cruise: 3 Dead, 3+ Sick as Evacuations Are Discussed

Three people have died and at least three more are sick in a suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard the Dutch-flagged MV Hondius off Cape Verde. The World Health Organization says a confirmed case is under investigation and sequencing is underway, with discussions about evacuating two more patients. The ship remains off Praia as authorities limit disembarkation; about 150 tourists were aboard. Veteris include a 70-year-old man who died on board and his wife, who died after collapsing at a South African airport; a British national in ICU in Johannesburg. Officials say the public risk is low and investigations continue; there is no specific treatment for hantavirus.