Father Saves Daughter on Disney Cruise

Wednesday, 02 July, 2025190 words3 minutes
A harrowing incident unfolded aboard the Disney Dream cruise ship as it sailed from the Bahamas to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Witnesses reported that a young girl fell from the fourth deck of the vessel into the ocean, prompting her father to make a split-second decision to jump in after her.
The incident occurred on the final day of a four-day cruise, sending shockwaves through the 4,000-passenger ship. According to eyewitnesses, the girl's fall appeared to be accidental, happening as her father was taking a photograph of her near the railing.
The ship's crew responded with remarkable efficiency. Upon hearing the 'man overboard' alert, they swiftly altered the ship's course and deployed a rescue boat. Passengers watched with bated breath as the father and daughter, who had been treading water for approximately 10 minutes, were pulled to safety.
This incident underscores the potential dangers present even on well-equipped cruise ships and highlights the critical importance of vigilance and adherence to safety protocols. It also serves as a testament to the quick thinking and bravery of both the father and the ship's crew in averting what could have been a tragic outcome.
Origin
Father Saves Daughter on Disney Cruise
Download on the App Store

Audio

Loading audio ...
00:00

Words

  • harrowing
  • unfolded
  • shockwaves
  • vigilance
  • averting

Quiz

  1. 1. What was the capacity of the Disney Dream cruise ship?

  2. 2. How long were the father and daughter in the water?

  3. 3. What does this incident highlight according to the passage?