Jacksonville, FL - The U.S. Coast Guard and local authorities are searching the St. Johns River near Jacksonville after a boat capsized Saturday. One person was recovered deceased, and four individuals were rescued from the water. Three passengers remain missing, including two children.
The incident occurred Saturday afternoon. The Coast Guard responded to a distress call and immediately launched a search and rescue operation, deploying boats and aircraft to scour the area. The rescued individuals were transported to local hospitals for medical evaluation.
'Our thoughts are with the families affected by this tragic incident,' said a Coast Guard spokesperson. 'We are committed to using every available resource to locate the missing individuals.'
The cause of the boat capsizing is currently under investigation. Officials have not released the names of the victims or any further details about the circumstances surrounding the accident. The search operation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as they become available.
Search Continues for Missing After Florida Boat Capsizes
A search is underway on the St. Johns River near Jacksonville, Florida, after a boat capsized. One person was found dead, and four others were rescued. The U.S. Coast Guard is actively searching for three missing passengers, including two children. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident.