San Francisco Bay Boat Sinking: Search Ends for Three Missing Victims
SAN FRANCISCO — The US Coast Guard suspended its search Wednesday evening for three people still missing after a cabin cruiser carrying 20 family members and friends capsized in San Francisco Bay, leaving one confirmed dead.
The 49-foot vessel named Volare went down Tuesday afternoon as the group scattered the ashes of a relative. Rescue crews pulled 16 survivors from the chilly waters, but Clifford Boisa, an 80-year-old passenger, died shortly after being brought ashore. His dog also perished. The missing are his sister Carol, his wife Jackie, and a friend of his daughter, according to family member Ralph Boisa.
Coast Guard Captain Jared Toczko said the search, which covered more than 814 square miles, was suspended pending further developments. Witnesses described people trapped inside the vessel, banging on windows as it sank. The boat rolled over after being hit by a wave and taking on water.
Survivors reported rough seas with swells up to five feet, though no small craft advisory had been issued. Two nearby fishermen rescued several people before first responders arrived, describing the scene as “like Titanic in real life.”
The boat’s owners, John and Miriam Boisa, have not commented. The Coast Guard said life jackets were onboard, but not all passengers were wearing them. The water temperature was below 60 degrees Fahrenheit, increasing the risk of cold water shock. Officials plan to locate the wreck and assess whether salvage is possible.
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