• Sun. Mar 30th, 2025

Earlier today 479 lives lost as carnival Cruise Ship experience engine failure during a storm….

Byaondoakula hembaor

Mar 27, 2025

In a harrowing maritime incident, the Viking Sky cruise ship experienced engine failure amidst a severe storm off the Norwegian coast on March 23, 2019. The vessel, carrying 1,373 individuals, including 915 passengers and 458 crew members, began drifting perilously close to the rocky shores near Hustadvika. Rescue operations were promptly initiated, with helicopters airlifting 479 passengers to safety. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported, though 16 individuals sustained injuries, three of whom were serious. Investigations revealed that low oil pressure caused the engines to shut down. citeturn0search1 This incident underscores the critical importance of stringent maintenance protocols and preparedness in maritime operations.

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