NBCNewsGuy Posted May 19, 2015 #1 Share Posted May 19, 2015 From NBC News We are extremely saddened to have learned that a guest passed away on Sunday aboard Norwegian Gem. On Sunday afternoon, the ship’s medical team responded to an emergency call from the pool deck, as a ten year-old female guest was reported unresponsive. The team quickly administered CPR and full emergency care. After extensive efforts, the guest could not be revived. We extend our deepest sympathies to the family during this very difficult time. Norwegian’s care team is providing full assistance and support to the family. Norwegian Gem departed New York on Saturday on a seven-day Bahamas & Florida cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixiedustdawn Posted May 19, 2015 #2 Share Posted May 19, 2015 From NBC News We are extremely saddened to have learned that a guest passed away on Sunday aboard Norwegian Gem. On Sunday afternoon, the ship’s medical team responded to an emergency call from the pool deck, as a ten year-old female guest was reported unresponsive. The team quickly administered CPR and full emergency care. After extensive efforts, the guest could not be revived. We extend our deepest sympathies to the family during this very difficult time. Norwegian’s care team is providing full assistance and support to the family. Norwegian Gem departed New York on Saturday on a seven-day Bahamas & Florida cruise. Prayers for the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saraphine Posted May 19, 2015 #3 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Oh my goodness, my heart breaks for the family. My daughter is 11...it hits really close to home. Are there still no lifeguards on the NCL vessels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncklhaus Posted May 19, 2015 #4 Share Posted May 19, 2015 No lifeguards but they do have crew watching over the pool as the gentleman in yellow in this picture is doing. Unfortunately tragedies do happen and my heart breaks for the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mitsugirly Posted May 19, 2015 #5 Share Posted May 19, 2015 So sad and tragic. My thoughts are with this family, others on the ship with them and the crew. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckirj1 Posted May 19, 2015 #6 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Very sad. I was hoping the initial reports would be proved false. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzinnana47 Posted May 19, 2015 #7 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Such a horrible tragedy. Prayers to the family and all involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mariawinnell Posted May 19, 2015 #8 Share Posted May 19, 2015 My thoughts and prayers with family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AEckhardt Posted May 19, 2015 #9 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Terribly sad for all involved. Prayers for the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mking8288 Posted May 19, 2015 #10 Share Posted May 19, 2015 (edited) The ship left Canaveral a short while ago, leaving behind a griefing family with broken hearts - the earlier information was indeed - sadly - true. Words & prayers are really all some of us can offer, and, not ask why or how. Edited May 19, 2015 by mking8288 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ala1017 Posted May 19, 2015 #11 Share Posted May 19, 2015 This hits close to me as well as I have an 11 year old daughter. We are going on our first cruise as a family in December and since booking I have had mom brain about all that could go wrong. My heart breaks for this family. My deepest condolences to this family and my prayers are with them tonight as they grieve such a loss. Such a reminder to hug your loved ones as we never when tragedy could strike. I gave my daughter an extra long hug tonight to the point she said "umm ok..you can let go now." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJsharon Posted May 19, 2015 #12 Share Posted May 19, 2015 This horrible tragedy happened on the Gem. Never have seen crew watching over the pools on the Gem, like in this photo. But still, no mater, an awful awful tragedy. Also on ABC news now. http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/coast-guard-girl-10-drowns-pool-aboard-cruise-31136593 No lifeguards but they do have crew watching over the pool as the gentleman in yellow in this picture is doing. Unfortunately tragedies do happen and my heart breaks for the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egh170 Posted May 19, 2015 #13 Share Posted May 19, 2015 The important question is: Where are the parents? Leave their duties up to a lifeguard? I do agree that there should be life guards, but the parents must assume some responsibility for their own children. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsnanny Posted May 19, 2015 #14 Share Posted May 19, 2015 This horrible tragedy happened on the Gem. Never have seen crew watching over the pools on the Gem, like in this photo. But still, no mater, an awful awful tragedy. Also on ABC news now. http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/coast-guard-girl-10-drowns-pool-aboard-cruise-31136593 I have. I don't think these people are lifeguards but rather watching to make sure children are supervised by their parents. I saw them on the Quantum last month as well. This is awful, an awful accident that anyone who was around that pool on Sunday would have prevented if humanly possible. God Bless this little one, may she rest in peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UPNYGuy Posted May 19, 2015 #15 Share Posted May 19, 2015 The important question is: Where are the parents? Leave their duties up to a lifeguard? I do agree that there should be life guards, but the parents must assume some responsibility for their own children. I was on the BA when *that* drowning happened. DW I were on the waterfront, and heard screaming and commotion from the pool deck. For the remainder of the cruise, people were going "where are the parents" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsnanny Posted May 19, 2015 #16 Share Posted May 19, 2015 I was on the BA when *that* drowning happened. DW I were on the waterfront, and heard screaming and commotion from the pool deck. For the remainder of the cruise, people were going "where are the parents" We were on that same cruise and the parents were not there, the children were with their grandmother who was not around at the time the little one drowned and the older child, age 6 almost drowned. You are right, people were yelling out looking for whomever was with the boys. I can't say first hand she wasn't there. My daughter was also with us on that Breakaway cruise and she is currently on the Gem. What are the odds? We all have read on these boards how fast a person can drown so lesson learned is don't keep your eyes off of your loved one. I don't care how old they are or how strong of a swimmer you think they are, these pools are small and crowded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wipammy Posted May 19, 2015 #17 Share Posted May 19, 2015 My deepest sympathy goes out to that family. I agree it would be wonderful to see lifeguards on all the lines, but it also comes down to being a responsible parent and supervising children in water without lifeguards nearby too. I was shocked at how people crowd in the pools, water sloshing about, little kids trying to keep afloat. I had several grab on to me or my daughter when they got tossed about, no parents in sight. :( Sorry but that mix can lead to tragedy on any line. I hope that this help pave the way to even one lifeguard per pool. How many kids and/or people have to get injured or drown to put a very simple policy in place. Coming from the water park capital of the world it isn't that complex to put a simple plan in place across all cross lines. It all comes down to the all mighty dollar tho... Very very sad!! :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianeh934 Posted May 19, 2015 #18 Share Posted May 19, 2015 m\y deepest condolences to the family, I will keep you all in my thoughts are prayers. Could we leave discussing this tragedy for another thread and please at a bare minimum keep the blame out of this thread! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquarianne11 Posted May 19, 2015 #19 Share Posted May 19, 2015 This is very sad to hear. Prayers for the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soaperstar Posted May 19, 2015 #20 Share Posted May 19, 2015 so very sad, our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. We have sailed the Gem a couple of times and the staff monitors the slide when it is open. As a parent who has had a child slip under quietly in a pool full of people while sitting a few feet away, it really is scary how fast drowning happens. I was in conversation with someone at the time. Another adult in the pool noticed and helped my son back to the edge thankfully, and he was not harmed; but really, do not start blaming parents so quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newmexicoNita Posted May 19, 2015 #21 Share Posted May 19, 2015 (edited) The important question is: Where are the parents? Leave their duties up to a lifeguard? I do agree that there should be life guards, but the parents must assume some responsibility for their own children. My thoughts exactly. Prayers for the little girl and her family. What a sad thing to have happen. I can imagine how everyone feels right now. We had a similar situation at a birthday party our daughter had given for her daughter. Please posters, don't turn this into another: It is NCLs fault or it is mom and dads fault. We do not know what happened and never will. . Also remember, no matter what, terrible accidents happen every day. Edited May 19, 2015 by newmexicoNita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
june123 Posted May 19, 2015 #22 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Terrible accident . But i must say that parents need to watch over their children not rely on others . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathubia Posted May 19, 2015 #23 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Oh my God, how sad!! My daughter was on the Gem last week. My prayers to her family. Sent from my SPH-L720T using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murcor Posted May 19, 2015 #24 Share Posted May 19, 2015 My heart is breaking for this family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacketwatch Posted May 19, 2015 #25 Share Posted May 19, 2015 My condolences to her family and loved ones. How sad, especially when it was supposed to be a fun time away. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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