Grand Princess cruise ship docks at Port of Oakland amid coronavirus concerns

The Grand Princess cruise ship, carrying over 3,500 passengers and crew with 21 confirmed coronavirus infections, has docked at the Port of Oakland.

The 2,400 passengers have begun disembarking, though the process has been slower than anticipated, with only 676 passengers ashore by early Tuesday afternoon.

California Governor Gavin Newsom expressed concern about the slow pace of disembarkation, aiming to have the ship cleared within a week.

Passengers needing immediate medical attention are being transferred to ambulances for isolation, while others will be transported to quarantine stations or hospitals.

Except for those with acute illness, the 1,100 crew members are to remain aboard the Grand Princess for quarantine.

The ship will depart the Port of Oakland to be quarantined in an undisclosed location outside San Francisco Bay.

Princess Cruises is offering full refunds and credits for future cruises to all affected passengers.

At least one couple is suing the cruise line for more than $1 million, citing trauma from the fear of contracting coronavirus.