Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Leads to Repatriation Efforts in Tenerife
A cruise ship, MV Hondius, affected by a hantavirus outbreak has arrived at Tenerife in the Canary Islands. The ship, carrying 147 passengers, is undergoing a carefully managed repatriation operation. The outbreak, first reported to the World Health Organization on May 2, has resulted in three deaths and several illnesses. Passengers will disembark in small groups based on nationality, with several countries, including the United States, arranging flights to evacuate their citizens. The ship will then proceed to Rotterdam for disinfection. Local tensions have risen due to the ship's arrival, with protests from port workers over communication about potential risks. 
