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One dead and three missing after boat sinks near Alcatraz

One dead and three missing after boat sinks near Alcatraz

Summary

One person died and three are missing after a pontoon boat capsized near Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay. Rescue teams found 20 people on the boat, mostly family members attending a memorial service, and several others were injured but stable.

Key Facts

  • The boat capsized about 600 yards from Alcatraz Island.
  • The San Francisco Fire Department received the distress call at 3:37 p.m. local time.
  • A man found in the water was given CPR but died after being brought to shore.
  • There were 20 people on the boat, mostly family members at a memorial service.
  • Three people were injured and taken to the hospital, all in stable condition.
  • Thirteen people returned safely and were not injured.
  • Witnesses reported rough seas and the boat taking on water before flipping over.
  • Rescue efforts involved the San Francisco Fire Department and the U.S. Coast Guard and continued into the evening.
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