A family vacation aboard the Disney Dream turned alarming when a father leaped into the ocean to save his daughter, who had fallen overboard. Fortunately, the ship’s crew acted swiftly, performing a successful rescue shortly after the incident, which occurred on June 29 as the ship was en route back to Fort Lauderdale after a Bahamian cruise.
A spokesperson for Disney Cruise Line confirmed the rescue effort, praising the crew’s quick actions that ensured the safe return of both guests within moments. Witnesses on board shared their experiences on social media, with one passenger recounting how the father jumped in after his daughter fell from the fourth deck.
Another passenger noted the urgent call of “Man Overboard” being announced across the ship, prompting immediate action from rescue teams who launched life rings and a rescue boat. Thankfully, both the father and daughter were unharmed.
The spokesperson expressed confidence in their safety protocols and highlighted the commitment to the guests’ well-being during such emergencies, although specific details about how the fall occurred remain unconfirmed.
The Disney Dream cruise ship, which can host up to 4,000 passengers, showcased its crew’s professionalism in a potentially devastating situation.
Source: www.foxnews.com
