Knowing how many people have fallen off cruise ships is crucial for evaluating safety measures and improving regulations. For instance, in 2019, a study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that at least 27 people fell overboard from cruise ships in the previous decade.
Understanding these statistics helps identify trends and patterns, making it possible to develop targeted interventions and enhance passenger safety. Historically, the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) implemented the "Cruise Passenger Safety Improvement Act of 2010," which requires cruise lines to report overboard incidents to the U.S. Coast Guard.
