The MV Hondius, a Dutch expedition vessel, is currently stranded in the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde with 149 people on board, including two Indian crew members. The ship has been affected by a hantavirus outbreak that has led to the deaths of three passengers and several infections. While the ship's operator, Oceanwide Expeditions, has stated that the situation is under control, the health status of the Indian crew members remains undisclosed. Infected passengers have been evacuated for medical treatment, and health authorities, including the World Health Organization, are coordinating next steps, which include quarantine and screening procedures for all passengers and crew. The MV Hondius had departed from Argentina on an expedition cruise and was en route to the Canary Islands when the outbreak occurred. The hantavirus, primarily transmitted through infected rodents, is believed to be linked to the Andes virus, which can occasionally spread between humans through close contact.