On November 20, 2023, a 38 foot sailing vessel was at anchor on the bayside of Islamorada, Florida. At approximately 7:55 PM, an axillary generator located above deck on the bow of the vessel caught fire while the owner of the vessel was troubleshooting an issue with it. The owner of the vessel suffered second and third degree burns to his leg and foot. Three other occupants were on board and no other injuries were reported. The fire was extinguished with onboard fire extinguishers and with the assistance of a good samaritan who brought another extinguisher over. The injured person was transported to the mariners hospital and subsequently transported to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital Burn Unit. 
VICTIM: second and third degree burns to right foot  second degree burns to lower left leg
FLORIDA BAY - BARLEY BASIN
ISLAMORADA                    