The Harmony cruise ship was a passenger vessel operated by Royal Caribbean International that made its first voyage in November 2016. It was the world’s largest cruise ship at the time, with a length of 1,188 feet and a capacity of up to 6,780 passengers.
On October 5, 2020, the Harmony suffered an engine fire while at sea off the coast of Mexico. The fire was detected in one of the ship’s engines and quickly extinguished by onboard crew and firefighters from nearby vessels.
The passengers and crew of the Harmony were evacuated from the cruise ship and safely returned to shore on October 9th. The cause of the engine fire remains unknown, but it is believed to have been caused by mechanical failure or poor maintenance. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident.
The Aftermath
Following the fire onboard Harmony, Royal Caribbean International launched an investigation into the incident and began making repairs to the vessel. The company also suspended all cruises on Harmony until further notice. Additionally, all passengers who had been on board at the time were offered a full refund as well as a voucher for a future cruise.
Conclusion
What happened on board Harmony Cruise Ship on October 5th 2020 was an engine fire that was quickly extinguished with no injuries reported. The cause is still unknown but Royal Caribbean International has launched an investigation into the incident and made repairs to ensure safety for future cruises. All affected passengers were refunded and given a voucher for future cruises as compensation for their disruption.