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Autopsies Scheduled After Two Carnival Guests Drown at Celebration Key

Royal Bahamas Police Force investigations and pending autopsies follow two drownings at the resort; Carnival is providing family assistance as causes of death remain undetermined

Carnival Cruise ships Liberty and Elation are seen in Nassau, Bahamas on April 29, 2019.
Carnival Miracle, a 88,500 GT Spirit-class cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sails the Tagus River after departure from the cruise terminal, in Lisbon, Portugal, on June 3, 2025.
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Overview

  • A 79-year-old man snorkeling at Celebration Key’s beach became unresponsive just before noon on August 15 and was pronounced dead after lifeguards and medical staff performed CPR.
  • About 2:30 p.m. the same day, a 74-year-old woman was found lifeless in one of the resort’s freshwater lagoons and could not be revived despite lifesaving efforts.
  • The Royal Bahamas Police Force has opened formal investigations and ordered autopsies on both victims to establish precise causes of death.
  • Carnival confirmed the travelers were on Mardi Gras and Carnival Elation with family and said its Care Team is assisting the bereaved relatives.
  • Celebration Key, a $600 million private resort opened on July 19, features extensive water attractions that are now under intensified safety review.