PORT RICHEY, Fla. — The Port Richey Fire Department rescued five adults and two children from a vessel taking on water near the Pithlachascotee River on Sunday. Crews arrived to find the small boat in distress near the channel entrance, with all seven occupants safely wearing life jackets. The Coast Guard was notified of the vessel as a navigational hazard. All individuals were transported to Nick’s Park, with no injuries reported. The incident highlights the importance of safety equipment during water activities.
Port Richey Fire Department Saves Seven in Boat Rescue
