Boat Explosion at Florida Marina Kills 1 and Injures 5

A fiery blast at Lauderdale Marina in Fort Lauderdale spread to a second vessel, prompting a multi-agency investigation into the cause.

The explosion occurred around 6 p.m. on December 23, at Lauderdale Marina near the 15th Street Fisheries restaurant in Fort Lauderdale.
One person, identified as a 41-year-old Canadian man, was found dead in the water hours after the blast, while five others were hospitalized, three with traumatic injuries.
The fire began on one vessel, possibly near a refueling station, and quickly spread to a second boat, creating a chaotic scene captured on a live EarthCam feed.
Witnesses described the explosion as powerful, with debris flying and bystanders rushing to help victims, including those in the water.
Authorities, including the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Broward Sheriff's Office, and U.S. Coast Guard, are investigating the cause of the explosion.