A Disney Cruise ship en route to Bermuda came to the rescue of four stranded boaters from a sinking catamaran on Sunday morning. The 50-foot catamaran, known as Serenity, experienced a gasket failure in the escape hatch, causing it to fill with water about 230 miles off the coast of Bermuda.
Passengers on the distressed vessel quickly called for help, which led to a response from the Disney Treasure, a cruise ship based in Port Canaveral, Florida. The Disney ship, located about 80 miles away, swiftly launched a small boat to rescue the four shipwrecked boaters.
Captain Marco Nogara of the Disney Treasure expressed his satisfaction with being able to assist the stranded passengers. He praised the crew’s teamwork, training, and dedication to safety during the rescue operation. The Disney Treasure was en route from Eemshaven, Netherlands, to Port Canaveral, Florida, at the time of the incident.
The rescued boaters were found to be safe and did not require any medical attention. The Disney Treasure, the second of three Triton class vessels and the sixth ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, features 1,256 staterooms. Its inaugural voyage from Port Canaveral is scheduled for December 21st.
This incident highlights the importance of cruise ships’ readiness to respond to emergencies at sea. The swift action taken by the Disney Treasure in rescuing the stranded boaters underscores the commitment of cruise lines to passenger safety and well-being. Instances like these serve as a reminder of the risks involved in maritime travel and the crucial role that well-trained crews play in ensuring the security of all passengers and vessels on the open sea.
