On December 8, 2025, about 0700 local time (eastern standard time), the New York state-inspected passenger vessel Adirondac caught fire while moored along the southern edge of Lake George, New York. The fire was reported to be under control and extinguished by local fire departments approximately 1 hour later. Extensive damage was reported to the top deck of the vessel, with initial damage estimates from Lake George Waterfront Cruises exceeding $2 million. No pollution or injuries were reported. The US Coast Guard has declared this incident a major marine casualty. The NTSB will lead the investigation and establish the probable cause.
