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Worker dies after going overboard from Princess cruise ship
By NBC6 at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
A crew member has died after going overboard from a Princess cruise ship that left Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the company said Monday.
The crew member from the Regal Princess, which left Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades on Saturday, had gone overboard near Cancun.
The company confirmed the...
Key takeaway The crew member from the Regal Princess, which left Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades on Saturday, had gone overboard near Cancun.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The incident involving the Regal Princess cruise ship has implications for the Los Angeles community, given the city's role as a major cruise ship destination. While the Regal Princess is not currently in Los Angeles, the city is home to the Port of Los Angeles, a significant hub for cruise ship operations. The fact that local authorities were not directly involved in the search and rescue efforts in this case is a reminder that cruise ship safety is a concern that transcends local borders. As the cruise industry continues to grow, Los Angeles residents and officials will be watching to see how such incidents are handled, and what measures are taken to prevent them in the future. The city's own cruise ship terminals and emergency response systems may face similar challenges, making the outcome of this incident relevant to local stakeholders.
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Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
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What is this story about? A crew member has died after going overboard from a Princess cruise ship that left Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the company said Monday.
The crew member from the Regal Princess, which left Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades on Saturday, had gone overboard near Cancun.
The company confirmed the...
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