FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — During the final day of its journey back from the Bahamas to Fort Lauderdale, a Disney cruise ship faced an unexpected emergency that resulted in a successful rescue operation. A young girl accidentally fell from the Disney Dream cruise ship, prompting her father to jump in after her in a desperate attempt to save her.
Quick-thinking crew members responded swiftly, sending out a rescue team that managed to safely retrieve both the girl and her father from the water. Passengers, who captured the dramatic event on video, witnessed the rescue unfold as the ship was heading to its Florida destination.
An announcement over the ship’s loudspeakers informed passengers of the situation when the girl fell overboard, according to passenger Kevin Furuta, who shared details on social media. Furuta expressed his relief over the incident’s outcome, praising the cruise line’s rescue team. In a post to the Disney Dream Cruise Ship Group on Facebook, he applauded their prompt response and successful rescue.
While the reasons behind the girl’s fall remain unclear, Disney responded with a statement lauding its crew members for their proficient and rapid actions. The company emphasized its dedication to ensuring guest safety and credited the swift rescue to the effectiveness of its established safety procedures.
Despite reaching out, the Coast Guard did not provide any additional information or commentary regarding the incident. The quick and effective response by Disney Cruise Lines underscores the importance of preparedness and the readiness of the crew in emergency situations.