The actions of an MSC Cruises officer from MSC Meraviglia prevented a potential tragedy on a highly-rated private island in the Bahamas. A woman had fallen between the dock and the cruise ship but thank goodness the officer acted quickly. Plunging into the water, he helped the woman stay relaxed while she waited for the rescue team to appear.
The ship’s emergency man overboard signal was promptly activated, and the onboard teams quickly mobilized to provide assistance, manage the crowd, and maintain control of the situation.
Although the incident lasted only a few minutes, the distress it caused to everyone involved is undeniable.
As the woman was safely guided to shore, the crowd, along with the ship’s captain, erupted in applause, acknowledging Ruocco’s courageous and successful rescue. The specific circumstances surrounding the woman’s fall remain unknown, leaving room for speculation as to whether she had ventured too close to the edge of the dock or had slipped in another manner. It is highly likely that an investigation will be conducted to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
The courageous actions taken by Ruocco did not go unnoticed. The HR leaders of MSC Cruises were informed of this heroic act so they could share it with the crew members. This is an indication of how deeply MSC Cruises values its passengers and crew and reinforces the sentiment that they are all part of a larger family.
