Cruise Ship Runs Aground Off Island Where ‘Cast Away’ Was Filmed
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- The luxury cruise ship MV Fiji Princess ran aground on a reef near the uninhabited Monuriki island in Fiji, known as the filming location for the movie "Cast Away."
- The ship, carrying 30 passengers and 31 crew members, was severely damaged and taking on water but all passengers and most crew were safely evacuated and returned to Fiji's mainland.
- Authorities are working to contain 20,000 liters of diesel fuel aboard the ship to prevent environmental pollution, with no current signs of fuel tank damage.
- Preliminary investigations suggest the ship encountered a severe squall that caused its anchor to become wedged on a shallow reef.
- The cruise company Blue Lagoon offers trips that include overnight stops at Monuriki, promoting visits to the "Cast Away" film location.
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