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April 01, 2020 15: 12:00
A restored standoff is brewing over a cruise ship docked in the port of Fremantle that is responsible for lots of coronavirus cases in WA healthcare facilities, with the vessel’s operators resisting against needs it leave Australian waters.
Bottom line:
- The Artania still has 450 crew and about a dozen passengers on board
- It is comprehended team have actually asked to remain in Fremantle up until April 14
- Health authorities fear there could be scores of other infections on the ship
The Artania has been directed by the Australian Border Force (ABF) to leave Fremantle, however its team has reacted by saying they want to remain for another two weeks.
The ship still has 450 crew and 12 guests on board, with the rest flown home on charter flights to Germany over the weekend.
WA Health Minister Roger Cook stated a few of the staying team had actually reported feeling weak