Emergency responders rushed 11 people to area hospitals Saturday afternoon following what authorities are calling a suspected boat explosion near Miami Beach.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue crews were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of a “possible explosion” at 12:48 p.m. Eastern Time near Haulover Sandbar, a well-known recreational spot that draws many visitors. The U.S. Coast Guard and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission also responded to assist with the emergency.
All 11 individuals aboard the vessel were transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment, though officials have not disclosed the extent of their injuries.
The exact cause of the incident remains unclear as authorities continue their investigation. However, according to the Miami Herald, one person who was aboard the boat suggested a gas leak may have been responsible for the explosion.
