14 Americans Evacuated From Cruise Ship Test Positive For Coronavirus

Over 300 U.S. citizens evacuated from the Diamond Princess cruise ship arrived at U.S. military bases after being quarantined due to a coronavirus outbreak. Health screenings were conducted, and 14 passengers tested positive for COVID-19 but were isolated during the flight. These cases add to the 40 Americans already diagnosed and treated in Japan. Returnees are undergoing a 14-day quarantine in the U.S., while other countries plan similar evacuations.

What was the reason for the evacuation of U.S. citizens from the Diamond Princess Cruise ship?

How many U.S. citizens were evacuated on the charter planes?

What health measures were taken for the Americans before they boarded the planes?

What was the duration of the mandatory quarantine for the American passengers after returning to the U.S.?

Which other countries planned to evacuate their citizens from the cruise ship?