Cruise Ship Fire Claims Three Lives
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iStock Editorial/Thinkstock(MIAMI) — An engine room fire aboard a luxury cruise ship Thursday morning claimed three lives.
The Insignia cruise ship was docked in St. Lucia when the fire broke out, according to its operator, Miami-based Oceania Cruises.
Oceania said two contractors and one crew member were killed. One crew member is hospitalized in stable condition.
The company released a statement, saying, “We are deeply saddened by the tragic events that occurred this morning on Insignia. We have extended our heartfelt condolences to the families of those involved and are offering them our full support. This is truly an emotional time for all of us at Oceania Cruises.”
Oceania said Thursday it had arranged charter flights to transport all 656 passengers to Miami.
The cruise line says all guests will receive a 100 percent refund, and a 50 percent credit towards a future Oceania Cruises voyage.
Insignia was on a 10-day cruise. It departed San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Dec. 7 and was scheduled to arrive in Miami on Dec. 17.
