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Passengers scream as world’s longest cruise ship crashes into Jamaican pier

Investigation launched into alleged accident

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Investigation launched into alleged accident

Highlights

  • The Harmony of the Seas crashed into a pier in Falmouth, Jamaica, on Thursday morning.
  • The 227,000 tonne vessel was trying to dock at the busy port on the country’s northern shore.
  • Video of the crash has attracted more than 500,000 views on social media.
  • No injuries were reported - although the vessel sustained ‘cosmetic’ damage.
  • Port Authority of Jamaica has launched an investigation into the incident.
  • The port authority said an investigation involving Royal Caribbean would be carried out and that damage to infrastructure was being assessed.