Overview
- The 40-foot catamaran Boca de Yuma I took on water and sank in Samaná Bay during an excursion to Los Haitises National Park.
- About 55 guests from the German cruise ship Mein Schiff 1 entered the water wearing life jackets and were recovered without injuries.
- Navy units, civil-protection teams and local helpers conducted a rapid rescue as the vessel went under.
- The outing was operated by a local provider, and TUI Cruises reports close cooperation with authorities as inquiries proceed.
- Mein Schiff 1 continued its scheduled itinerary after the incident, with Jamaica identified as the next stop.