Events tagged with "dive boat"

Historical Events tagged with "dive boat"

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Accidents & Tragedies

MV Conception Fire and Sinking Near Santa Cruz Island

September 2nd, 2019 5 years ago

The dive boat MV Conception caught fire while anchored off Santa Cruz Island, California, during an overnight scuba diving trip. The fire started in the early morning hours, trapping many of the 39 passengers and crew below deck. Rescue efforts were complicated by the flames, resulting in the loss of 34 lives. Only five crew members managed to escape and were later rescued by a nearby boat.