HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL – Fire crews were able to extinguish flames from a 35-foot cabin cruiser (near Beer Can Island), and its occupants were left unharmed Saturday.
According to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, this collision was reported around 3:25 p.m., specifically half a mile from the island.
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Fire Boat 29, Battalion Chief 4, and the U.S. Coast Guard all responded. At this time, authorities have not been able to specify whether the fire was caused by mechanical issues or resulted from a crash.
Our newsroom will circle back with updates should new developments come to light.
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