Cruise passengers aboard the MV Hondius may have limited options after a hantavirus outbreak. Oceanwide Expeditions could face liability if authorities find gross negligence behind the voyage conditions. Instead of easy access to local courts, all claims must be filed in the Netherlands, where families of passengers who died can also pursue legal action.
Turkish YouTuber Ruhi Çenet attended a crowded wedding soon after returning from a cruise ship tied to a hantavirus outbreak. He says he was unaware the episode could become an epidemic when he participated. Çenet filmed aboard the MV Hondius, is now quarantining, and reports no symptoms so far.
Your news, in seconds
Get the Beige app — every story in 60 words, updated hourly. Free on iOS & Android.
Swipe through stories, personalise your feed, and save articles for later — all on the app.
