Norwegian Cruise Ship Quarantined Off Mauritius Due to Stomach Illness Outbreak, Thousands Await Clearance to Disembark
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A Norwegian cruise ship with over 3,000 people aboard has been quarantined off Mauritius due to a stomach illness outbreak.
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15 passengers tested positive for the illness and were isolated. Authorities are awaiting test results before allowing passengers to disembark.
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The ship was meant to dock on Sunday but was denied entry. Passengers will remain aboard until at least Tuesday.
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Over 2,000 passengers were scheduled to leave the ship on Sunday. Over 2,000 new passengers were set to board. Both groups are still awaiting clearance.
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Norwegian cruise line is providing complimentary hotels for impacted travelers until they can board.