Boat Catches Fire Near Lauderdale Lakes Home, Man Injured

Introduction to the Incident

A boat parked in the yard of a Lauderdale Lakes home caught on fire Thursday, sending a man to the hospital, officials said.

Broward Sheriff’s Fire Rescue responded just before 6:30 p.m. to a boat on fire near a residence in the 3500 block of Northwest 35th Street, officials said.

Response and Damage

Crews discovered a 20-foot vessel fully engulfed in flames near a home. The smoke was visible to crews from a distance.
Firefighters were able to contain and extinguish the fire, officials said. The adjacent home was only minimally damaged.

Injuries and Witness Accounts

A man was transported to the hospital for serious burn injuries.
Relatives were seen standing together and comforting each other outside the home. One relative told NBC6 the man who was burned is OK and talking.
People who live in the neighborhood watched in horror.
“It was pretty bad because the wind was so strong, I thought the other house was going to catch on fire because it was blowing towards the house,” Lindsay Charles said. 
“I saw huge flames, the street was covered in black smoke, the sky basically turned grey,” Aleisha Raymond said.
Cousins Raymond and Charles live two doors down and recorded video of the boat on fire.
“My neighbor saw him and said they saw him burned up because apparently he was on the boat when it happened,” Raymond said.

Investigation and Community Response

Investigators said the fire burned mostly on the boat, with some of the flames reaching the house. People who live in the community are hoping for the best for their neighbor.
“Sending prayers,” Raymond said.
The cause of the fire was under investigation.

Conclusion

The incident highlights the importance of fire safety and the need for prompt response in emergency situations. The community has come together to support the injured man and his family, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire.

FAQs

• What happened in Lauderdale Lakes?
  A boat caught on fire in the yard of a home, sending a man to the hospital.
• What time did the fire occur?
  The fire occurred just before 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
• Was anyone injured?
  Yes, a man was transported to the hospital for serious burn injuries.
• What is the status of the investigation?
  The cause of the fire is under investigation.
• How has the community responded?
  The community has come together to support the injured man and his family, with many sending prayers and well wishes.