MANATTEE COUNTY, Fla. – A Coast Guard crew from Station Cortez came to the aid of four boaters on Saturday after their 19-foot vessel became disabled approximately 20 miles off Anna Maria Island.
The crew successfully rescued all four individuals and transported them to Station Cortez. No injuries were reported.
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The owner of the disabled boat is currently making arrangements for its recovery.
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