U.S. Coast Guard Assists Boat Taking on Water Near Rickenbacker Causeway
The U.S. Coast Guard assisted a boat with 10 people aboard that was taking on water near the Rickenbacker Causeway. Commercial salvage crews arrived and towed the vessel to Dinner Key Marina. No injuries were reported.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 1, 2026 —
MIAMI – The U.S. Coast Guard provided assistance to a vessel experiencing a flooding emergency with 10 individuals on board. The incident occurred in the vicinity of the Rickenbacker Causeway.
According to reports, the boat was taking on water, prompting the Coast Guard’s intervention. Following the Coast Guard’s initial response, commercial salvage crews were dispatched to the scene.
Upon their arrival, the salvage crews took control of the situation and successfully towed the distressed vessel. The boat was ultimately brought to Dinner Key Marina.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported among the 10 people who were aboard the boat at the time of the incident.
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