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The fire started in the mooring area, near the rear of the 917-foot ship, then spread to the fourth deck crew lounge area. The cause is unknown at this point, and the Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating.
The Royal Grandeur was en route to CoCoCay, Bahamas, and was rerouted to Freeport, Bahamas. Passengers are flying home, and will receive refunds and discounts on future cruises.
Here's how the ship looked after the fire was put out:
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