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2 boaters burned after vessel malfunctions in Hernando County

By Sara Filips,

2024-07-22

HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — Two people suffered burn injuries after their boat had mechanical issues, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

On Sunday, officials responded to the area near Channel Marker 3 off Bayport Park.

When crews reached the disabled vessel, they began ALS medical care on the boaters, as they brought them to shore.

The two victims were taken to a nearby hospital. Their current condition is unknown.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission responded to get the stranded boat.

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Juliet Spoto

07-22

I pray that they're ok.

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