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Navy ship Berlin on return journey: Infections force a stop in Bermuda
The task force provider “Berlin” returns to Wilhelmshaven after cases of infection in Bermuda. Crew remains safely on board.
Navy ship Berlin on return journey: Infections force a stop in Bermuda
The German Navy's task force supplier “Berlin” made an unscheduled stop in Bermuda due to several cases of infection and is now on its way back to Wilhelmshaven. On the way home, the 240-member crew had to stop in Hamilton, Bermuda, to provide the sick members with the best possible care and to protect the rest of the crew. Loud NDR The task force supplier entered port a good week ago and left Bermuda on Friday evening to now be in the Atlantic.
The exact nature of the infections on board was not disclosed for safety reasons, but there are reports of chickenpox and flu cases. During the stay in Bermuda, the entire crew remained on board and did not go ashore to avoid further spread of disease. The navy spokeswoman explained that this procedure is common for military and civilian ships. “Berlin” is prepared for such cases of infection and has a rescue center with several hospital beds so that it can react in an emergency.
Expected return and care
Although an exact date for the return to Wilhelmshaven has not yet been given, the ship is expected to arrive before Christmas. The stay in Bermuda is said to have served to provide the sick people with the best possible care, while not endangering the rest of the crew.
The crew of “Berlin” is part of a long sea voyage that began in August. During its trip, the task force supplier visited, among other places, Nuuk in Greenland, New York and Miami. Such international operations naturally entail risks, not only in terms of difficult sea or weather conditions, but also in terms of health challenges.
Ship inspection and hygiene
In the context of health safety at sea, the training of hygiene inspectors is also important. Loud WHO It is crucial that ship owners renew their hygiene certificates every six months to ensure that their ships do not pose a threat to public health. Especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become clear how important hygiene protocols are at sea.
Trained hygiene inspectors from different countries take part to guarantee uniform standards and thus minimize the risk of international health crises. As part of a new training program, inspectors will be trained in ship inspection to ensure that hygiene regulations are not only adhered to but also regularly checked.
The return of the “Berlin” is eagerly awaited, especially given the challenges the crew had to overcome during this special mission. The well-being of Marines remains a top priority while pursuing the necessary safety precautions to prevent similar incidents in the future.