A cruise line reportedly shut down hot tubs and heated whirlpools aboard one of its ships as a precaution following three cases of Legionnaires' disease involving former passengers.The cases involved three travelers who sailed aboard Norwegian Prima, a 3,200-passenger vessel, in May and July 2026, the blog "Cruise Fever" reported.The source of the exposure has not yet been determined.CRUISE SHIPS WITH THE WORST CDC SANITATION SCORES REVEALED, SEE WHICH VESSELS FAILED INSPECTION"We can confirm that three guests who sailed aboard one of our ships recently were diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease following their travels," a spokesperson for Norwegian Cruise Line told Fox News Digital this week. "While it has not been confirmed if the exposure occurred on the ship or elsewhere, we are working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to investigate these cases, as well as mitigate any further incidents, and have notified the appropriate guests and crew directly per the CDC’s guidance," the spokesperson added.Norwegian Cruise Line reportedly closed hot tubs and heated whirlpools aboard Norwegian Prima after three former passengers reported becoming ill with Legionnaires' disease.(Soeren Stache/picture alliance via Getty Images)"We have elevated our sanitation procedures as part of our routine measures to ensure a safe environment on board and will continue to take any necessary measures to protect our guests and crew," the spokesperson continued.CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWSLegionnaires' disease is a type of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria, which can spread when people inhale small water droplets containing the bacteria.It can pose a greater risk to those over 50, current or former smokers, as well as people with chronic lung disease or weakened immune systems.Norwegian Cruise Line said all test results from water fixtures aboard the Norwegian Prima have been negative so far as testing continues.
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