NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 6, 2026Miami-Dade
Firefighter Injured During Yacht Fire in Fort Lauderdale
A firefighter sustained minor injuries while battling a blaze on a 165-foot yacht in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday evening. Emergency crews successfully extinguished the fire in the vessel's engine room and transported the injured responder to a nearby hospital for treatment.
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This incident highlights the ongoing risks emergency responders face while managing industrial and maritime fires in the community.
Key Facts
- The fire occurred on a 165-foot yacht located at the 2500 block of State Road 84.
- Emergency crews responded to the scene shortly after 5:30 p.m. on Saturday.
- The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by local authorities.