U.S. Coast Guard detains MSC Poesia at PortMiami; 11-night sailing canceled

A cruise ship was detained at PortMiami by the U.S. Coast Guard on Sunday, as officials verify its compliance with international standards and U.S. regulations, according to a statement. The MSC Poesia was detained during an expanded examination of the vessel, the U.S. Coast Guard Southeast District said. The Coast Guard is tasked with verifying safe and secure commerce, a statement read. It is the Captain of the Port s priority to ensure the safety of passengers, crew, the vessel, and the environment. USCG teams are verifying the cruise ship s compliance with international standards and U.S. regulations. It was not immediately clear if the examination was initially part of a standard procedure, and what regulations may not have been met. Its 11-night sailing that was supposed to depart from Miami on Sunday was canceled, and guests are being allowed to remain on the ship until Thursday to make travel arrangements, the cruise line said. The MSC Poesia at PortMia