Alcatraz Boat Disaster: 1 Dead, Multiple Missing After Pontoon Sinks in San Francisco

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A relaxing day on the water turned into tragedy near one of America's most famous landmarks. A pontoon boat carrying 19 people sank near Alcatraz Island, triggering a massive rescue operation in San Francisco Bay. What You Need to Know • A three-deck pontoon boat carrying 19 people capsized near Alcatraz Island. • One person has been confirmed dead while rescue teams continue searching for missing passengers. • Sixteen people were rescued from the cold waters of San Francisco Bay. • The U.S. Coast Guard, San Francisco Fire Department, Oakland Police and multiple rescue vessels responded. • Officials say the incident was first reported as a boat fire, but responders found no evidence of flames after arriving. • Investigators are working to determine what caused the vessel to sink. • Drone footage captures the large-scale emergency response and ongoing search near Alcatraz. This video covers the latest updates from the Alcatraz boat accident, including official statements, rescue effor

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