In a dramatic scene during a Disney cruise returning from the Bahamas to Fort Lauderdale, a father leapt into the sea to rescue his daughter after she fell from the ship’s fourth deck. Eyewitness accounts reveal that the girl fell while her father was capturing a photograph of her against a railing.
Witnesses recounted the chaos that ensued as a "man overboard" alert was sounded, prompting swift action from the crew. An initial panic turned to relief as a rescue boat was dispatched to retrieve the two as passengers cheered from the deck.
"The ship moved so fast it was surreal how quickly the father and daughter became tiny figures in the water," said Laura Amador, a fellow traveler. "Seeing them being rescued was both horrifying and miraculous."
Disney confirmed the incident, praising the crew for their quick response that ultimately led to the safe recovery of the passengers within minutes. "We commend our Crew Members for their exceptional skills and actions," noted a spokesperson from Disney Cruise Line.
Despite the successful outcome, the incident highlights the risks associated with cruise travel. According to the Cruise Lines International Association, in 2019, there were 25 reported overboard incidents, with only nine rescues deemed successful.
The cruise ship, which can accommodate 4,000 guests, continued its journey home without further delay, leaving passengers with a story of heroism against the backdrop of the vast ocean.
Witnesses recounted the chaos that ensued as a "man overboard" alert was sounded, prompting swift action from the crew. An initial panic turned to relief as a rescue boat was dispatched to retrieve the two as passengers cheered from the deck.
"The ship moved so fast it was surreal how quickly the father and daughter became tiny figures in the water," said Laura Amador, a fellow traveler. "Seeing them being rescued was both horrifying and miraculous."
Disney confirmed the incident, praising the crew for their quick response that ultimately led to the safe recovery of the passengers within minutes. "We commend our Crew Members for their exceptional skills and actions," noted a spokesperson from Disney Cruise Line.
Despite the successful outcome, the incident highlights the risks associated with cruise travel. According to the Cruise Lines International Association, in 2019, there were 25 reported overboard incidents, with only nine rescues deemed successful.
The cruise ship, which can accommodate 4,000 guests, continued its journey home without further delay, leaving passengers with a story of heroism against the backdrop of the vast ocean.
