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Search Continues for 5 Missing After Boat Capsizes Off Florida Coast

One person has been confirmed dead and four others rescued as the Coast Guard leads ongoing efforts to locate additional passengers.

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U.S. Coast Guard crews rescued 4 people, while 5 others remain missing after the vessel reportedly capsized, about 29 miles off St. Lucie Inlet on Sunday.

Overview

  • The boat capsized on Friday approximately 29 miles off the coast of St. Lucie Inlet, Florida, according to a passenger report.
  • A good Samaritan alerted authorities on Sunday, prompting the U.S. Coast Guard to launch search and rescue operations.
  • Four individuals were rescued and transported to a local hospital, with one person sustaining serious injuries and three others with non-life-threatening conditions.
  • One fatality has been confirmed, while search efforts remain underway for five missing individuals as of Sunday afternoon.
  • The cause of the capsizing is under investigation, with the incident highlighting broader concerns about maritime safety and emergency response coordination.