. >> as candace gibson reports it could be a few more days before they reach land. >> reporter: carnival splendor is on the move. barely. it is not expected to reach san diego before late thursday. >> it is a slow process getting back to port. >> reporter: it lost power on monday when a fire broke out in he engine room. the blaze was contained and no injuries but the cruiseship was left dead in the water. 8500 passengers and crew had no air conditioning, no hot water and no internet. they did have working it toes and cold water due to the backup power of the ship but with no refrigeration, the ship began to quickly run low on food. helicopters from the aircraft carrier, uss ronald reagan began to deliver 10,000-pounds of supplies on tuesday but instead of the lavish spread that are a highlight of any cruise, passengers are dining on spam. in a statement carnival said, conditions on board the ship are very challenging and we sincerely apologize for the discomfort and inconvenience our guests are currently enduring. some military personnel are staying on board to make sure the passengers a