### [2026-05-6](/feed/2026/05/6/index.md)

##### MV ''Hondius'' hantavirus outbreak
# Spanish authorities allow the ship to dock at the Canary Islands as several passengers are Spanish citizens. 




### Sources:

1. [BBC News](https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cy592qeq071t)
2. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/canarians-worry-arrival-hantavirus-cruise-ship-will-bring-repeat-covid-2026-05-06/)

### Changes:

1. Spanish authorities allow the ship to dock at the Canary Islands as several passengers are Spanish citizens; however, Canarian president Fernando Clavijo objects the decision to protect the health of those on the islands.  _2026-05-06 19:33:19 (First version)_
1. Spanish authorities allow the ship to dock at the Canary Islands as several passengers are Spanish citizens.  _(Current version)_

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