One dead, 3 missing after boat sinks near San Francisco's Alcatraz

A boat carrying 20 people sank near San Francisco's Alcatraz Island, resulting in one confirmed fatality and three individuals still missing. Rescue operations, including helicopters, planes, and boats from local fire departments and the U.S. Coast Guard, are actively searching the waters. The incident occurred around 3:35 p.m. when rescuers responded to a report of a boat on fire approximately 600 yards off the island.

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a boat on fire, 600 yards off Alcatraz

Upon arrival, rescuers found the boat had capsized. Efforts to resuscitate the deceased individual were initiated, but they were pronounced dead after being transported to shore. The San Francisco Fire Department initially reported two missing but later revised the number to three based on witness accounts. The search for the remaining missing persons is expected to continue through the night, with teams utilizing thermal imaging, tide prediction, and modeling to aid their efforts.

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They immediately initiated CPR, transported that patient to the shore. They were declared deceased.

The vessel was identified as a privately owned cabin cruiser motorboat originating from Stockton, California. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the sinking and whether the boat was en route to Alcatraz, a popular tourist destination. While 16 passengers were successfully rescued, at least one sustained severe injuries. The San Francisco Fire Department Lieutenant Elias Mariano stated that the search for the missing individuals would persist overnight.

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the search for those still missing will continue "through the night".