PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. — A man reportedly went overboard Thursday on a cruise ship that operates out of Port Canaveral.
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Norwegian Cruise Lines confirmed with Channel 9 that a 51-year-old passenger went overboard on Thursday.
Officials said the incident happened around 3 p.m. as the Norwegian Epic ship sailed from Jamaica to the Bahamas.
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“The authorities were immediately notified, and a search and rescue operation under the guidance and oversight of the Bahamas Rescue Coordination Center went underway,” a Norwegian Cruise Lines spokesperson said.
Sadly, officials said a search for the man was unsuccessful.
Officials confirmed the man was traveling with a large group and his family on board.
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“Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time,” a Norwegian Cruise Lines spokesperson said.
The ship was eventually cleared to continue its voyage.
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According to its website, the Norwegian Epic ship departs for Caribbean destinations out of Port Canaveral.
Channel 9 is working to gather more details and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.
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