The Zaandam and its sister ship, the Rotterdam, are carrying 1,243 passengers, including the 247 Canadian passengers and one Canadian crew member. Two of the deceased later tested positive for COVID-19, and Holland America has not yet said how the other two died. Holland America said in a statement that passengers will undergo health screenings and clear customs and immigration in Port Everglades, then will disembark by Friday evening. Holland America's MS Zaandam is set to dock in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., later today, with many sick passengers on board. (Holland America Line)After a series of rejections, the Zaandam and Rotterdam planned to dock in Fort Lauderdale.

Source: CBC News April 02, 2020 18:00 UTC