Coast Guard and good Samaritan save four after vessel capsizes near Key Largo

Four people were brought safely to shore on Saturday after their 23-foot boat took on water and overturned near Key Largo, Florida. The Tampa Free Press and United States Coast Guard News both reported that the rescue took place after the vessel capsized. [1][2]

Before the boat completely overturned, a good Samaritan pulled three passengers onto their vessel, according to the Tampa Free Press. A rescue crew from Coast Guard Station Islamorada subsequently recovered the captain of the capsized boat. [1]

Emergency crews transported all four mariners to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, the Tampa Free Press reported. Officials confirmed that there were no injuries resulting from the incident. [1]

Following the operation, the Coast Guard Southeast District advised mariners to wear properly fitted life jackets and bring appropriate communication gear before going out on the water, according to the Tampa Free Press. Authorities also recommended checking sea conditions and weather forecasts ahead of travel. [1]