Passengers on a cruise ship stranded off the coast of San Francisco were confined to their cabins as tests were conducted to determine if any of the nearly 3,500 guests and crew had contracted the new coronavirus, AFP reported.

Medical personnel Guardian Angels with the 129th Rescue Wing, alongside individuals from the CDC don full personal protective equipment as they prepare to test travellers on the Grand Princess cruise ship for the coronavirus currently off the coast of California, US. — California National Guard/Handout via Reuters
Medical personnel Guardian Angels with the 129th Rescue Wing, alongside individuals from the CDC don full personal protective equipment as they prepare to test travellers on the Grand Princess cruise ship for the coronavirus currently off the coast of California, US. — California National Guard/Handout via Reuters

Authorities said the Grand Princess, which had been scheduled to dock on Wednesday, would remain at sea until the test results of those who had shown symptoms of the virus are known.

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