MDFR: Multiple people treated after possible ‘boat explosion’ reported off Haulover Beach

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue engine (WPLG)

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — Authorities responded Saturday to reports of a “possible boat explosion” near the Haulover Sandbar off Haulover Beach, prompting a large emergency medical response.

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Miami-Dade Fire Rescue officials confirmed that first responders were dispatched to a medical call following reports of a possible explosion.

Officials said “multiple patients” were being assessed and treated at the scene, with some expected to be transported to nearby hospitals.

No other details about the victims or reported explosion were immediately released.

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Ryan Mackey is a Digital Journalist at WPLG. He was born on Long Island, New York, and has lived in Sunrise, Florida, since 1994.