Coast Guard rescues 42 people from burning vessel

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 20:02 · Archive

The US Coast Guard rescued 42 people from a burning vessel about 100 miles south of Grand Isle, Louisiana.

The United States Coast Guard responded to a vessel fire on Monday with 42 people aboard, located about 100 miles south of Grand Isle. Those aboard the vessel disembarked onto life rafts and were safely transferred to nearby good samaritan vessels.

The type and name of the stricken vessel were not immediately disclosed. Coast Guard air crews remained on scene to help account for all personnel.

No injuries have been reported in initial accounts. The Coast Guard said it would update the situation as more information became available.

How it is being reported

• Coast Guard assists rescue of 42 people from burning vessel south of Grand IsleNo injuries have been reported in initial accountKNOE · 12 Oct, 19:30
• Coast Guard assists rescue of 42 people from burning vessel south of Grand IsleNo injuries have been reported in initial accountWAFB · 12 Oct, 19:30

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