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Coast Guard Searches for 77-Year-Old Overboard From Nieuw Statendam Near Cuba

The scheduled Key West stop was canceled during the ongoing search.

Overview

  • The passenger went overboard on Jan. 1 about 40 miles northeast of Sabana, Cuba, according to the Coast Guard.
  • The Coast Guard Cutter William Trump and an MH-60 helicopter crew from Air Station Clearwater are conducting search operations.
  • Holland America says the ship’s captain and crew initiated search-and-rescue procedures in coordination with federal responders.
  • Authorities have not released the woman’s name or details on how she went overboard.
  • The ship departed Fort Lauderdale on a seven-day eastern Caribbean itinerary, and the cruise line’s family assistance team is supporting the guest’s relatives.