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In an official statement today (March 7), the City of Long Beach says all passengers aboard a Carnival Cruise ship docked at LB's Cruise Ship terminal are being held on board until a female passenger -- transported to a local hospital early Saturday morning (March 7) -- can be tested for the COVID-19 novel coronavirus.
[Official City of LB Statement text]This morning, a female passenger on a Carnival Cruise ship was transported to a local area hospital by the Long Beach Fire Department. The ship is currently docked at the Cruise Terminal located in the Port of Long Beach. A decision was made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to hold the passengers on the ship until the patient can be evaluated and tested for COVID-19. This test is in process and remains a top priority for all parties involved.
Our primary concern is for the safety of the residents, visitors and those who work in the City of Long Beach. The City continues to promote and enhance preparedness efforts in coordination with local, state and federal officials.
We are working collaboratively to implement safety measures and to keep the public informed of preventive measures to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Preventative measures that can be taken to stay healthy are:
- Wash your hands with soap and water often for at least 20 seconds.
- Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
- Stay home if you are sick.
If a member of the community has symptoms such as coughing, fever or difficulty breathing, they should contact their primary healthcare provider. The community can also visit www.longbeach.gov/covid19 for local updates as they become available.
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