Rescue operation underway for over 30 people in boat fire off Ventura County coast, officials say
Source: ABC
VENTURA COUNTY (KABC) -- A massive rescue operation was launched early Monday morning in response to reports of dozens of people in distress on board a boat that possibly caught fire off the coast of Ventura County, authorities said.
More than 30 people on board a 75-foot boat near Santa Cruz island were in need of assistance, according to a tweet from the Los Angeles division of the United State Coast Guard.
Link to tweet
Coast Guard officials said a group of crew members were rescued, including one with minor injuries, as they worked to evacuate the remaining passengers. It's unknown exactly how many people were on board the vessel.
Ventura County fire officials said they were working to assist the Coast Guard with a boat fire.
Read more: https://abc7.com/dozens-being-rescued-after-boat-fire-off-ventura-county-coast-officials-say/5508025/
Fox8 is stating that 34 people were killed.
https://fox8.com/2019/09/02/officials-34-killed-in-boat-incident-off-ventura-county-coast-in-california/
dalton99a
(81,570 posts)pecosbob
(7,543 posts)Always be aware of evacuation procedures anytime you go boating...be safe. Far too many people die in boating accidents every year. Condolences to the victims families.
wasupaloopa
(4,516 posts)the Catalina Island Santa Cruz.
We were on the beach near Santa Barbara yesterday and heard fog horns. It is rare to hear them during daylight hours.
There was a large marine layer over the Chanel Islands. We could not see them from tha Coast,
If you go to Santa Cruz Island you have to camp out over night.
I dont understand why the boat was loaded in the early morning.
BumRushDaShow
(129,448 posts)that was scheduled to return to shore today -
The diving boat that is on fire off the coast of Southern California is named "Conception." It is based in Santa Barbara Harbor, according to Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol Officer Nathan Alldredge.
Alldredge tells CNN they were called to respond shortly before 4 a.m. local today for fire suppression and mutual aid in the Platts Harbor area of Santa Cruz Island.
He says the boat was reported with "at least 30 passengers on board and fully involved in flames."
According to Truth Aquatics website, which conducts boat charters in the area, Conception left Saturday for a three-day cruise. It was scheduled to return today.
More: https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/california-boat-fire/index.html
Glimmer of Hope
(5,823 posts)and the fog is thick.
wasupaloopa
(4,516 posts)Dennis Donovan
(18,770 posts)Specifications
Date launched 1981
Where built Long Beach, California
Length 75-0(weather deck)
Length overall (LOA) 79-0
Beam 25-0
Bunk Capacity 46 people maximum, 13 double bunks, 20 single bunks.
Type of Bunk facility Open berthing with pillows, blankets, curtains, and reading lights. Dressing room located in bunkroom.
Mains engines Detroit Diesel 8V92 Turbo DDEC @ 550 HP each
Generators Northern Lights MP55C, 55 KW, 220/110 Volt
Cruising speed 10 Knots
Fuel Capacity 1600 Gallons
Range 880 Nautical miles
Electronics 46 mile radar, VHF Radio, Single Sideband Radio, Video depth finder, Digital depth finder, GPS, Offshore Navigator Computer Program, Underwater Recall, Dive tracker
Heads 3
Showers 4 (2 on deck, 2 below deck) , fresh hot water
Water capacity 1830 gallons
Galley Outfitted with all appliances necessary for food preparation and is waterproof for divers in wetsuits. Onboard built-in Bar-B-Que.
Galley seating Cushioned and separate chairs.
Sundeck Large upper deck area provides seating and pads for sunbathing.
First Aid Full first aid kit, O2 bottles, and crew is certified annually in CPR and O2 administration.
Lifesaving Rafts and Jackets for 110 passengers
Safety EPIRB (emergency position indicating radio beacon)
Fixed CO2 engine room fire suppression system
Compressors Ingersoll-Rand 10T-2@18 C.F.M.
Ingersoll-Rand 15T-4@21 C.F.M.
Capable of filling to 3500 P.S.I.
Nitrox Available
Live Game Wells Built in in transom for game storage.
Gear Storage Kayak rack for storing kayaks, paddleboards, and surfboards off the deck.
Stern Compartment Used for Wetsuit Drying Room, Game Freezing, Clothes Dryer
Exits Port, Starboard, and Bow exits for easy water entry. Mask rinsers at each exit.
Chase Boat 16 foot Caribe with 40 HP Honda 4-stroke outboard.
Water Boarding State of the art ramp at stern for easy boarding
Dive area All offshore Islands of Southern California. Primary destination of Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel Islands.
Other Islands visited are Catalina, Santa Barbara, San Clemente, San Nicolas, and Cortez Banks.
Cost Individual prices vary depending on charteree. All multi day trips include all meals, snacks, beverages (excluding alcoholic), and
air refills
Owner Glen Fritzler, Truth Aquatics Inc.
Address 301 West Cabrillo Blvd
Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3886 USA
Phone 805-962-1127 or 805-963-3564
Fax 805-564-6754
Web www.truthaquatics.com
E-mail info@truthaquatics.com
Bunk Layout
Dennis Donovan
(18,770 posts)Labor Day Weekend; Northern Channel Islands
Date(s)
08/31/2019 - 09/02/2019
$665*
The Liveaboard
Truth Aquatics live-aboards are designed by divers for divers. Their commitment to service shows through the smiles of crewmembers that love their jobs and undergo special safety training. The Galley folks cook up some gourmet cuisine! Were on the Conception for this holiday weekend.
The Destination
On the Labor Day trip, divers have the unique opportunity to explore the pinnacles of San Miguel Island. The beginning of September is the best time to be at San Mig, which see strong winds and swell during much of the year. This rarely visited island is loaded with color: anemones, crabs, nudibranchs covering every inch of wall with a rainbow. Great for macro-photography. Nutrient rich waters bathing this island bring BIG fish: halibut, bugs, rockfish, wolfeels, lingcod. The precipitous geology at Boomerang, Skyscrapers, Richardsons and Wilsons Rock will blow you away. The island also hosts pristine shallow reefs hosting an incredibly diverse collection of sea life. Night dives are delightful; octopi roam the reefs and bioluminescent zooplankton flash colors to silhouette the diver. Other destinations may include Santa Rosa, Santa Cruz, Anacapa, and Santa Barbara Islands.
We will meet at the Santa Barbara Harbor on Friday night, boarding anytime after 8pm. Fall asleep with the Conception departing at 4am, Saturday morning. The boat will return on Monday (Labor Day) about 5pm. The Sea Landing Dive Center is located within steps from the Truth Aquatic vessels for convenient equipment rental (tanks and weights are not provided on-board). See more details Preparing for your Channel Islands Trip on our Currents page. Marine Biologist Kristy brings her microscope to show divers silicious spicules and pumping pedicellariae the colors on marine invertebrates are amazing up close!
Package includes:
Breakfasts made to order (ex. breakfast burrito)
Scrumptious lunches and dinners (ex. homemade pot pies and BBQ tri tip let me know if you have dietary needs or are vegetarian the chefs make great marinated tofu!)
Plenty of snacks and desserts (ex. spinach dip, and berry pie)
Non-alcoholic beverages (ex. sodas, juices, milk)
Unlimited air fills, unlimited diving
Fuel Surcharge
On-board Naturalist
Optional Add-ons:
Nitrox ($6/tank)
Kayak ($30/day)
Double bunk guarantee ($25/night, limited availability)
Spirits (if youve got lots, bring a cooler!)
Contact: Dan Chua, (831) 600-6878, danchua@finstad.com
Payment and Cancellation Policy: A $300 deposit reserves your space. Cancellations are subject to a $100 processing fee. Final payment is due one month prior to departure, late payments incur a 3% fee. No refunds may be processed after this date. Package price is subject to change.
*We now accept all major credit cards, as well as Venmo, Zelle and PayPal. Credit card and Paypal payments incur a 3.5% fee. Price subject to change.
Please make checks payable to: Worldwide Diving Adventures
Demovictory9
(32,475 posts)backtoblue
(11,345 posts)Eugene
(61,945 posts)https://www.reuters.com/article/us-california-fire/dozens-missing-in-california-boat-fire-5-rescued-u-s-coast-guard-idUSKCN1VN1CY
At least 33 missing after diving boat catches fire near California coast, officials say (Washington Post)
https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/09/02/missing-after-boat-fire-near-national-park-california-coast/
A handout photo made available by the Santa Barbara County Fire Department shows the Conception on fire off the north side of Santa Cruz Island. (SANTA BARBARA COUNTY FIRE HANDOUT/EPA-EFE/REX)
Politicub
(12,165 posts)Its heartbreaking.
Demovictory9
(32,475 posts)rollin74
(1,990 posts)29 still missing
hack89
(39,171 posts)Opel_Justwax
(230 posts)It is scary to wake up to the news and trying to remeber if the family member went this weekend or not.
Vinca
(50,303 posts)maxsolomon
(33,400 posts)Most likely everyone was trapped below deck.
Baclava
(12,047 posts)Five of six crew members on the Conception escaped by jumping into an inflatable boat they steered to a nearby vessel.
The Coast Guard says five others have been found but not recovered due to unsafe conditions under the boat, which sank about 20 yards (18 meters) from shore.
https://www.kget.com/news/state-news...qFnENwQnw2f8Ek