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Multiple Rescued After Boat Fire Near Hart Island, Mayday Declared
A mayday emergency was declared Saturday following a serious marine incident in the waters near Hart Island in the Bronx, where a vessel caught fire, resulting in multiple people being thrown into the Long Island Sound.
According to emergency communications, Marine 4 and other responding fire and rescue units were deployed to the scene after reports emerged of a boat fully engulfed in flames on the east side of Hart Island.
At least 10 individuals were reported in the water following the incident, prompting a large-scale rescue operation.
Authorities confirmed that multiple rescues were conducted, with victims being transported to a designated triage point at 150 City Island Drive, where EMS personnel took over care.
At least one person was reported to be in cardiac arrest and was receiving life-saving efforts from first responders.
Per the Coast Guard – there are 21 patients being transported to shore.
All patients are accounted for and in transit.
The New York City Fire Department declared a “Mayday” status to indicate the severity of the situation.
All hands were operating as emergency services worked to rescue and stabilize victims while containing the fire.
The cause of the boat fire remains under investigation.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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KaโOnteeโ Dajuan Johnson Killed in Crash on Lucas and Hunt Road in North St. Louis County
Authorities have identified the pedestrian killed in an early-morning crash in north St. Louis County as KaโOnteeโ Dajuan Johnson, 30.
According to the St. Louis County Police Department, North County Precinct, officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash at approximately 1:26 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the 9000 block of Lucas and Hunt Road.
Upon arrival, officers located Johnson, who had been struck by at least one vehicle while he was in the roadway.
Johnson was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police stated that the driver of one involved vehicle remained on scene and is cooperating fully with the investigation.
A preliminary investigation indicates that Johnson was in the roadway at the time he was struck.
Family members have expressed concerns that another vehicle may have struck Johnson first and fled the scene, and they believe the circumstances surrounding the incident may involve possible foul play.
Authorities have not confirmed these claims but noted that the investigation remains ongoing.
The incident remains under active investigation, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information related to this crash is urged to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210.
Individuals wishing to remain anonymous or be eligible for a potential reward may contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).