Overview
- The Blue Lagoon Cruises vessel Fiji Princess grounded on a coral reef off Monuriki, a protected island in Fiji.
- All 30 passengers and 17 of 31 crew were evacuated without injuries to Port Denarau.
- Inspectors reported severe damage to the aft port side, including the steering gear and hull, with engine failure and water entering the ship.
- About 20,000 liters of diesel are being secured, with containment booms in place and teams beginning to pump fuel and oil.
- The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji has opened an investigation into the incident and reef damage, and rough seas continue to limit underwater checks.