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Lifeguards Rescue Solo Boater After Capsize Near Jupiter Inlet

Ocean Rescue released footage showing the response, including the vessel tow.

Overview

  • The boat began to capsize around 12:30 p.m. Monday about 200 yards off the Jupiter Inlet.
  • Two Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue lifeguards reached the scene on rescue boards.
  • They secured the lone boater with a rescue tube and onto a rescue board until another vessel assisted.
  • A lifeguard provided first aid and brought the man to shore, where county fire rescue crews were waiting.
  • Officials reported only minor injuries, and video shows crews towing the capsized vessel.