Multiple passengers witnessed the accident, reporting that the father treaded water with his daughter for over ten minutes.

A 5-year-old girl who fell overboard off a Disney cruise ship reportedly fell backward through a porthole. The investigation is continuing into the incident that happened June 29 as the ship was returning to Fort Lauderdale after a four-day cruise.

Planning a Disney Cruise Line trip? A child just fell overboard off a ship. Be sure to check safety precautions before you go.