Falling overboard on a cruise is extremely rare, with odds at just **0.00004%**, but when it happens, it’s serious. On a recent Disney Dream Cruise, a **child fell overboard** while returning from the Bahamas to Florida. Her **father jumped in** after her. Thankfully, both were rescued safely.

A Disney spokesperson said, *“The crew aboard the Disney Dream swiftly rescued two guests… We commend our crew members for their exceptional skills.”*

Here’s what happens during an overboard emergency:

1. **Man Overboard Alert**: A ‘Code Oscar’ is broadcast ship-wide. Passengers are asked to report what they saw—including where, when, and what the person was wearing.

2. **Pinpointing the Fall**: The bridge logs the ship’s location and exact point of the fall to narrow the search.

3. **Rescue Operations**: The ship turns around, life rafts and rescue boats are deployed, and nearby vessels may help.

4. **Support for Loved Ones**: Family and friends are offered emotional support and may disembark at the next port.

Between 2009 and 2019, **212 people** went overboard—only **48 were rescued**. Quick action, precise reporting, and trained crew make all the difference in these rare emergencies.