On January 26, 2023, about 0912 eastern standard time, a fire was reported at the Little Harbor Marinas in Ruskin, Florida. Local firefighters responded, found the 55-foot-long recreational vessel Flood Cuts emitting heavy smoke, and extinguished the fire. No one was on board the vessel at the time. There were no injuries or pollution reported.
The accident was classified by the US Coast Guard as a major marine casualty.
Our initial investigation did not identify significant transportation safety issues. The Office of Marine Safety has determined that additional investigation and use of resources is not warranted at this time. We have produced an investigation close-out memorandum.
