India, May 9 -- Two British nationals have been confirmed to have contracted Hantavirus on the remote South Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said.

"None of the British citizens onboard are currently reporting symptoms, but they are being closely monitored," the agency said.

The UK government said it is continuing to work with international authorities to prepare for the arrival of British nationals from the cruise ship MV Hondius, where an outbreak of Hantavirus was confirmed by the World Health Organization (WHO).

The vessel is expected to dock in Tenerife on Sunday, according to the latest update from Spain's health ministry. UK government staff will be stationed on the ground to assist Briti...