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Yahoo
06-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Yacht packed with social media influencers nearly sinks off Miami Beach
A sleek, 63-foot yacht that nearly sank off Miami Beach on Saturday was packed with social media influencers and had 32 people on board when it started taking on water, officials said. The U.S. Coast Guard said the boat started taking on water near Monument Island in Biscayne Bay on Saturday afternoon, prompting a search-and-rescue response from its Sector Miami unit. All 32 people on board were rescued or evacuated without any reported injuries, Petty Officer 3rd Class Nicholas Strasburg said. "We were able to get on scene and thankfully get all these people, these 32 individuals, off this vessel taking on water, with no medical concerns reported," he said. The boat apparently didn't hit bottom. The Coast Guard responders used air bags to raise it and keep it afloat outside boat lanes until its owner makes a decision on its destiny with the help of a salvage company, Strasburg said. Because multiple social media influencers were on board, the aftermath included plenty of videos. One video shows some of those on the boat maintaining a nonchalant attitude, with one man joking the vessel had hit an iceberg, Titanic-style. Onlookers on other vessels also captured video of the struggling yacht, which appeared to be sinking stern-first as some of those aboard grabbed onto it bow. The passenger capacity for the model in question, the Tecnomar Lamborghini 63, varies because it is highly configurable for each buyer: One for sale in the area has a listed capacity of 12; a new one at a dealer in North Miami Beach lists a capacity of 16. Passenger capacity can also depend on layout, comfort considerations, and whether the boat's owners prioritize speed. All, however, have 24 tons of capacity, which experts say is generally a better guide for a boat's ability to handle weight. The Miami Herald reported on Monday that the boat is the same as a 2023 model listed for sale for $4.7 million and featuring a seating capacity of 12. The listing states the boat is not for sale in U.S. waters to a U.S. resident. It's not clear why. A contact for the listing said he had no information about the incident and didn't want to speak. The publication said the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the cause of the incident. A spokesperson for the agency did not immediately respond to a request for more information Monday night. This article was originally published on
NBC News
06-05-2025
- General
- NBC News
Yacht packed with social media influencers nearly sinks off Miami Beach
A sleek, 63-foot yacht that nearly sank off Miami Beach on Saturday was packed with social media influencers and had 32 people on board when it started taking on water, officials said. The U.S. Coast Guard said the boat started taking on water near Monument Island in Biscayne Bay on Saturday afternoon, prompting a search-and-rescue response from its Sector Miami unit. All 32 people on board were rescued or evacuated without any reported injuries, Petty Officer 3rd Class Nicholas Strasburg said. "We were able to get on scene and thankfully get all these people, these 32 individuals, off this vessel taking on water, with no medical concerns reported," he said. The boat apparently didn't hit bottom. The Coast Guard responders used air bags to raise it and keep it afloat outside boat lanes until its owner makes a decision on its destiny with the help of a salvage company, Strasburg said. Because multiple social media influencers were on board, the aftermath included plenty of videos. One video shows some of those on the boat maintaining a nonchalant attitude, with one man joking the vessel had hit an iceberg, Titanic-style. Onlookers on other vessels also captured video of the struggling yacht, which appeared to be sinking stern-first as some of those aboard grabbed onto it bow. The passenger capacity for the model in question, the Tecnomar Lamborghini 63, varies because it is highly configurable for each buyer: One for sale in the area has a listed capacity of 12; a new one at a dealer in North Miami Beach lists a capacity of 16. Passenger capacity can also depend on layout, comfort considerations, and whether the boat's owners prioritize speed. All, however, have 24 tons of capacity, which experts say is generally a better guide for a boat's ability to handle weight. The Miami Herald reported on Monday that the boat is the same as a 2023 model listed for sale for $4.7 million and featuring a seating capacity of 12. The listing states the boat is not for sale in U.S. waters to a U.S. resident. It's not clear why. A contact for the listing said he had no information about the incident and didn't want to speak. The publication said the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the cause of the incident. A spokesperson for the agency did not immediately respond to a request for more information Monday night.
CBS News
05-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Authorities investigating overcapacity after $4 million Lamborghini yacht partially sinks off Miami Beach
A luxury yacht that partially sank near Star Island over the weekend had twice the number of people on board than it was built to hold, according to officials, prompting an investigation that could result in civil or criminal penalties for the vessel's owner. Overcapacity raises safety and legal concerns The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) confirmed the vessel is a Tecnomar Lamborghini 63 - a 65-foot yacht reportedly worth $4 million. According to the Lamborghini Miami dealership website, the boat's maximum capacity is 16 people. However, authorities said 32 people were rescued when the yacht began to sink on Saturday. "There are certainly safety guidelines in place regarding the amount of people you can safely have on your vessel," said Petty Officer Nicholas Strasburg of the U.S. Coast Guard. Strasburg said the boat did have enough life vests for everyone on board, but the excess number of passengers may have contributed to the incident. Coast Guard: Owner could face penalties FWC is the lead agency investigating the cause of the sinking. The Coast Guard said the investigation will determine whether the vessel was operated safely and in compliance with maritime regulations. "If there is a deficiency in the safety and operation of the vessel, there is the certainty a potential of civil or even criminal penalties," Strasburg said. CBS News Miami approached two men working on the yacht in a shipyard, but they said the owner was not available. They added that the owner may have more information at a later time. Strasburg said the partially sunken vessel posed a hazard to navigation and needed to be removed from the channel. "The vessel partially sank. We were able to get air floatation devices around it and tow it out of the channel so it could be removed," he said. Good Samaritans helped rescue passengers The Coast Guard credited good Samaritans for helping in the rescue effort. Captain Yasmany Linares said he was on the water at the time and helped take 23 people back to shore on his own boat. "If that boat flip, all these people can be trapped under the boat and that's a different story," Linares said. FWC said it is preparing a preliminary report on the incident, which is expected to be released soon.
Fox News
13-02-2025
- Climate
- Fox News
Florida beachgoers report mysterious sticky substance washing ashore
People visiting the Sunshine State may be in for a surprise as mysterious balls are washing ashore in South Florida. Tar balls are popping up from Port Everglades to Palm Beach along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, the Associated Press reported. The balls consist of dark pieces of oil, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). "While some tar balls may be as large as pancakes, most are coin-sized…Tar balls are very persistent in the marine environment and can travel hundreds of miles," according to NOAA. Beachgoers are warned to watch where they step as the sticky substance can stick to the bottom of their feet. Coast Guard crews conducted searches by air and by sea, but were unable to find a specific source, said Coast Guard Petty Officer Nicholas Strasburg, according to the Associated Press. On Saturday, the Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue shared sightings of the tar balls after a beachgoer called in to make a report. Some beaches were then closed for the day. "The caller was walking on the sand and noticed the substance on their feet. As our Ocean Rescue lifeguards came on duty, they too started noticing the oily substance," said the Facebook post. "Beachgoers are welcome to enjoy the beautiful day, but we are asking them to remain out of the water," the post continued. Locals took to the comments section on the post to share their reactions. "Yup normal for the beach when I was growing up 50's, 60's and 70's," one woman wrote. Another added, "Yup I remember getting tar on everything." "Deodorized mineral spirits will take off tar like water takes off mud," one man said. "35+ years ago same thing," a woman commented. Fox News Digital reached out to the U.S. Coast Guard for comment.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Tar balls wash ashore on Florida beaches, but the source of the sticky black goo is a mystery
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The U.S. Coast Guard has been searching for tar balls that began showing up on South Florida beaches over the weekend, but so far the source of the black muck remains a mystery. The agency has been investigating reports of tar balls from Port Everglades to Palm Beach along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, the Coast Guard said in a statement. Some beaches in South Florida closed on Saturday when tar balls washed ashore, but they've since reopened. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. What are tar balls? Tar balls are small, dark pieces of oil which can stick to the feet of beachgoers, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. They often come from oil spills, but the source can also be 'natural seeps' in which oil slowly escapes from petroleum reserves beneath the ocean floor, according to NOAA. That was a possible source of tar balls that washed onto the shore in the Huntington Beach area of California in March 2024, officials said. 'While some tar balls may be as large as pancakes, most are coin-sized,' the agency says in a fact sheet. 'Tar balls are very persistent in the marine environment and can travel hundreds of miles.' For most people, occasional brief contact with a small amount of oil isn't harmful, officials said. But for people who are particularly sensitive to chemicals, tar balls can cause rashes or allergic reactions. Where did they come from? Coast Guard crews conducted searches by air and by sea, but they were unable to find a specific source, Coast Guard Petty Officer Nicholas Strasburg said Wednesday. It's believed that whatever was washing ashore will naturally dissipate, Strasburg said. Though the agency is no longer investigating the source of the tar balls, it is working with local communities in case they have any further concerns, he said. There's been no evidence that the tar balls came from Port Everglades off the shore of Fort Lauderdale, but giant tanker ships routinely sit near the port. Every day, more than 12.5 million gallons (47.3 million liters) of products including gasoline and jet fuel move through the port on tanker ships and barges, and there are many petroleum terminals in the area, according to the port. Have they shown up in the past? In October, the Canadian Coast Guard cleaned up tar balls floating to the ocean's surface from the site of a World War II era shipwreck off the coast of British Columbia, the Canadian Broadcasting Co. reported. The U.S. Army military transport ship has been leaking oil over the years since it hit a rock and sunk in 1946, the news outlet reported. In October 2020, tar balls turned up on parts of the Atlantic Ocean shoreline in Delaware and Maryland. In May 2019, tar balls described as 'very soft' washed up on beaches on Padre Island in Texas and were getting stuck on beachgoers, the Padre Island National Seashore reported at the time. There were also numerous reports of tar balls along U.S. Gulf Coast beaches after the 2010 explosion and oil spill involving the Deepwater Horizon offshore drilling rig.
