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Worker dies after going overboard from Princess cruise ship
By NBC6 at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· 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 Frisco News
For North Texans who frequently travel to Fort Lauderdale for cruises, this incident may raise concerns about safety protocols on cruise ships. The fact that a crew member went overboard near Cancun, a popular destination for many Dallas-Fort Worth area residents, brings the issue closer to home. As the Regal Princess resumes its voyage, local travelers may be interested in learning more about the measures in place to prevent such accidents and how they are investigated. The involvement of local authorities and the crew of the Carnival Jubilee in the search and rescue efforts also highlights the cooperation between different entities in responding to emergencies at sea. With many Frisco residents likely to be planning their own cruises in the coming months, the incident serves as a reminder to research and understand the safety record of their chosen cruise line before embarking on their trip.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
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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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