Civil Guard officer dies in Tenerife while disembarking from ship amid hantavirus outbreak

A 62-year-old Guarda Civil officer passed away on Sunday afternoon at the Granadilla port of Abona in Tenerife after suffering a heart attack. The death occurred during the complex disembarkation operation of passengers from the cruise ship MV Hondius. The vessel had arrived on the island under intense health surveillance, after a hantavirus outbreak was detected on board. The incident raised tension amid health protocols activated in the region. The agent was on duty at the Comando headquarters of Tenerife, as confirmed by corporate sources.

The tragic episode was widely lamented by the professional association Jucil, which expressed deep regret on social media. “Another colleague who loses his life on duty”, they declared, highlighting the direct impact on the professionals’ families. The entity highlighted the sacrifice and dedication of agents in risky operations.

Morte during high-risk operation

The deceased officer was on standby at the operational command post set up for the ship’s arrival. The disembarkation operation required strict coordination due to the health situation on board. The presence of the MV Hondius mobilized several emergency and security teams in the port region.

Assim colleagues noticed that the officer was not feeling well, the emergency protocol to try to help him was immediately initiated. The medical teams, already present at the pier to operate the ship, acted promptly. Durante approximately 40 minutes, they performed intensive resuscitation maneuvers. Infelizmente, all efforts were in vain, and the doctors were unable to save the agent’s life.

Navio MV Hondius under strict health protocol

The operation around the cruise ship MV Hondius remained active after a hantavirus outbreak was discovered on board. Essa situation forced health authorities to activate special control and health assistance protocols on Tenerife in the days prior to the vessel’s arrival. The tension was noticeable between the teams involved in logistics.

The MV Hondius was anchored in the early hours of Sunday, marking the beginning of the complex disembarkation and isolation stages. Medidas safety and hygiene measures have been reinforced at all stages of the operation. The island’s public health has become a top priority for the competent bodies.

Passageiros Spaniards in isolation in the capital

Todos passengers of Spanish nationality on board the vessel MV Hondius have been transferred. Eles spent the first night in isolation in Hospital from Defesa Gómez Ulla, in Madri, following strict health safety measures. The movement of passengers was meticulously coordinated to avoid any risk of contamination.

The transfer action was a critical component of the contingency plan to contain the spread of hantavirus. Health authorities are monitoring the situation closely, ensuring that all protocols are strictly adhered to.

Containment protocols included:
• Ativação of specialized medical teams in the port.
• Monitoramento constant health of passengers and crew.
• Immediate Isolamento of suspected and confirmed cases.
• Desinfecção completes the transit areas and the ship.
• Transferência safe for designated healthcare facilities.

Este incident highlights the challenges faced by security forces and healthcare teams in health emergency situations. The dedication of the professionals involved is essential for protecting the population in critical moments. Guarda Civil continues to provide support to the family of the deceased officer.