Coast Guard rescues child, 7 adults 36 miles offshore Boca Grande

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U.S. Coast Guard 7th District PA Detachment Tampa Bay
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06/01/2024 12:01 PM EDT

CLEARWATER, Fla. — A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater aircrew rescued a child and seven adults, Saturday, after their 28-foot boat capsized 36 miles west of Boca Grande.
A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater aircrew rescues 1 child and 7 adults after their 28-foot boat capsized 36 miles west of Boca Grande, Florida, June 1, 2024. The aircrew hoisted each individual from the water and transported them to emergency medical services at Venice Municipal Airport. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)