NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiSeptember 6, 2026Miami-Dade
Firefighters Extinguish Blaze on Yacht in Fort Lauderdale
Emergency crews successfully put out a fire inside a 165-foot yacht docked at a marina near State Road 84. One firefighter was briefly hospitalized for minor injuries but has since been released.
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This incident highlights the emergency response capabilities of local fire departments when dealing with complex marine fires.
Key Facts
- The fire occurred on a 165-foot yacht at a marina off State Road 84.
- Firefighters located the source of the fire within the boat's engine room.
- One firefighter sustained minor injuries but was treated and discharged.