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Carnival safety incidents escalate with multiple fatalities and lawsuits

Carnival safety incidents escalate with multiple fatalities and lawsuits

Recent string: scooter fatality on Celebration, Valor gangway lawsuit, Celebration Key dock fatality, MOB on Liberty, balcony jump death on Liberty, Dream stranding, passenger jump on Liberty, new double leg amputation excursion lawsuit, new Magic burn lawsuit, new pool deck burn lawsuit ($5M). Growing concern over guest safety, shore excursion vetting, and potential impact on bookings and trust.

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Updated May 27, 2026