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Wightlink car ferry disrupted after fleas found on board
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Wightlink's St Clare car ferry on the Portsmouth to Fishbourne route was taken out of service for specialist fumigation and cleaning after insects, believed to be fleas likely originating from a pet, were found in a passenger lounge.
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- Wightlink's St Clare ferry was removed from service on Sunday due to insects, possibly fleas, found in the passenger lounge.
- Over 10 sailings on the Portsmouth-Fishbourne route were cancelled as a result of the fumigation and enhanced cleaning.
- Wightlink stated the fleas likely came from a pet travelling on board the vessel.
- The ferry operator apologised for the disruption and stated the ship will return to service once treatments and required checks are complete.