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Coast Guard Searches for 77-Year-Old Passenger Overboard From Holland America’s Nieuw Statendam

The itinerary now excludes Key West, with the crew coordinating with Coast Guard assets including Cutter William Trump and an MH-60 helicopter.

Overview

  • The passenger went overboard Thursday about 40 miles northeast of Sabana, Cuba, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
  • Surface and air teams are searching, including the Coast Guard Cutter William Trump and an MH-60 helicopter crew.
  • Holland America said the ship departed Fort Lauderdale on Saturday for a seven-day eastern Caribbean voyage.
  • The captain and crew initiated onboard search-and-rescue procedures and are working closely with the Coast Guard.
  • Holland America activated its family assistance team and canceled Friday’s scheduled Key West stop during the ongoing search.