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Teenagers' "Man Overboard" Prank Sparks Coast Guard Search

3/26/2026

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The Royal Caribbean cruise ship Oasis of the Seas faced a "man overboard" prank by a group of teenagers near Cuba.
The 90-minute search by the United States Coast Guard followed the prank.
The prank involved a false distress call.
The prank could lead to legal repercussions for the teenagers’ families, including jail time and fines.
The ship arrived safely in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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Story summary

The Royal Caribbean cruise ship Oasis of the Seas faced a "man overboard" prank by a group of teenagers near Cuba.
The 90-minute search by the United States Coast Guard followed the prank.
The prank involved a false distress call.
The prank could lead to legal repercussions for the teenagers’ families, including jail time and fines.
The ship arrived safely in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.