U.S. Vice President Mike Pence today confirmed that there are 21 cases of coronavirus aboard the cruise ship “Grand Princess” off the coast of California, after the more than 2,500 people on board were quarantined after death of a passenger. The deceased was 71 years old and died two weeks after returning to the country in the same boat and after traveling to Mexico. It is estimated that about 60 people who traveled with him are now on the cruise.
As reported by the Agency DPA, Pence claimed that the cruise will dock this weekend in a “non-commercial port”, and that all passengers and crew will be examined by the coronavirus. Of the 46 people who have already undergone the coronavirus test, 21 tested positive, and it was estimated that the infected are two passengers and 19 crew members.” It is very likely that the crew has been exposed to two different exits,” the US Vice President said, adding that they are aware that the coronavirus manifested itself in “previous passengers,” USA Today said.
In addition, Pence said the cruise crew members are likely to quarantine on board. For his part, U.S. President Donald Trump assured that he spoke with California Gov. Gavin Newsom about the situation.” We had a good conversation, we’re working on the cruise together,” Trump said, noting that about 5,000 people are on the ship. He also noted that the United States has “very low” numbers of coronavirus cases compared to other countries around the world. In this note:
