A search and rescue operation was conducted Tuesday after a pontoon boat capsized approximately 600 yards from Alcatraz Island. The San Francisco Fire Department confirmed the incident following a distress call received at 3:37 PM local time. During the response, department officials reported that first responders located an individual in the water who was initially in critical condition.
Despite immediate life support efforts, the person was pronounced dead upon being brought to shore. Authorities confirmed that one person has been confirmed dead following the incident. Furthermore, three other individuals remain missing, prompting an ongoing search effort.
The vessel, described as a three-deck boat, was reportedly carrying a total of 20 people, primarily family members who were gathered for a memorial service. The San Francisco Fire Department and the U.S. Coast Guard launched a coordinated search and rescue mission that continued throughout the evening.
Officials stated that crews were searching the surrounding waters for the missing persons. The operation remains active as authorities continue efforts to locate all passengers involved in the incident. All efforts are focused on ensuring the safety and recovery of those unaccounted for following the capsizing of the boat.
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