Photo: Getty ImagesFour cruise ships have been refused entry into Tonga due to health warnings following the global coronavirus outbreak. The Nuku'alofa Tourism Office said the order to refuse entry came from acting director of health, Reynald 'Ofanoa. The cruise ships are reported to be heading for Suva and New Zealand waters. Tonga has tightened cautionary measures concerning the coronavirus with health checks at the airport for incoming flights. Extra caution has been exercised around cruise ships since the Diamond Princess was quarantined in Japan, when 135 passengers fell ill with the virus.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 11, 2020 23:48 UTC