The Norwegian Dawn liner has been stationary off the coast of Port-Louis since Saturday evening, February 24. The island's health authorities took samples on Saturday and Sunday from passengers and staff of the liner.
Laboratory tests are underway to detect possible infections, including gastroenteritis and cholera. The 2,182 passengers, of 53 different nationalities, as well as the thousand crew members, are awaiting the decision of the Mauritian health services, a decision expected by Tuesday at the latest.