Carnival Ecstasy passenger dies after fall from mast (**updated**)

The unnamed man, 20, entered a restricted area and climbed onto the forward mast, subsequently falling and landing on the deck, Carnival Cruise Lines said in a statement.

The man was initially treated by the ship’s medical team and was later transferred to a trauma center in Miami, where he died. 

'Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time,' a Carnival spokeswoman said.