Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter to stay updated on the latest news in aviation, food and drink, where to stay, and other travel developments. This week, crew on board the world’s largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, were called on to tackle a small fire as the ship was berthed in a port in Mexico. The fire was quickly extinguished, and there were no injuries reported. The ship’s overall impact was minimal, according to a spokesperson from Royal Caribbean.
The Icon of the Seas, which is nearly 1,200 feet long and 250,800 gross tons, was docked in Costa Maya, Mexico when the incident occurred. The vessel briefly lost power, but back-up power was activated immediately. All crew members are trained to handle such situations, and they were able to control the blaze effectively.
Passengers were alerted about the incident through on-board announcements, and most reported only minor disruptions to their day. Social media users on an Icon of the Seas Facebook group mentioned that things quickly returned to normal after the fire was put out. The ship, which made headlines earlier this year for its impressive amenities including seven swimming pools, is now en route to the Mexican island of Cozumel.
Despite this incident, the ship’s itinerary has not been impacted. In March, a fire broke out on a Carnival Cruise Lines ship, highlighting that minor fires are not uncommon on cruise ships but are usually managed swiftly and with minimal disruption to passengers. For more CNN news and newsletters, sign up for an account at CNN.com.