South Florida officials have clarified the details of a recent incident where a five-year-old girl fell overboard from the Disney Dream cruise ship. The girl was sitting on a railing on deck four when she lost her balance and slipped through a porthole into the ocean. Her father immediately jumped in after her, and both were able to stay afloat until rescue teams arrived about 20 minutes later.
The family was described as “very lucky” by authorities. The mother alerted the father as soon as the girl fell, and the Disney crew responded with a fast and well-executed rescue. Disney commended its crew for their professionalism and quick response, highlighting their commitment to passenger safety.
Both the father and daughter were treated on the ship and then taken to a local hospital. The father was hospitalized, but details about his injuries were not released. When someone falls overboard, the ship’s crew follows a strict protocol involving a “man overboard” alert and a “Code Oscar” announcement to alert all crew members.
Precise coordinates are recorded to help guide the rescue, as turning a large ship takes time. The rescue team then begins searching the area while supporting the family during this difficult time.
