Jacksonville, FL One person has died and three remain missing after a boat capsized in the St. Johns River near Goat Island on Saturday afternoon. The incident involved an 18-foot vessel, according to officials. Rescue teams, including the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Coast Guard, are actively searching the area for the missing individuals.
The search and rescue operation began shortly after the boat capsized. Authorities have not yet released the names of the deceased or the missing. The cause of the capsizing is currently under investigation. Conditions on the river at the time of the incident were reportedly calm, but investigators are exploring all possible contributing factors, including weather conditions and potential mechanical failure.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. Local residents are urged to avoid the area to allow rescue teams to operate effectively. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.
Boat Capsizes in Jacksonville: 1 Dead, 3 Missing
A tragic boating accident in Jacksonville, Florida, has left one person dead and three others missing. An 18-foot vessel capsized near Goat Island in the St. Johns River. Rescue efforts are underway, involving multiple agencies searching the area. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident, which occurred Saturday afternoon.
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