42 rescued after sudden storm sinks vessels off Anclote Key

TARPON SPRINGS, Fla. (WFLA) — At least ten vessels sank and multiple others required assistance near Anclote Key on Saturday.

According to Tarpon Springs Fire Rescue, crews assisted seven boats and a Jet Ski that ran into trouble after a storm quickly brewed along the coast. As a result, some of the vessels began taking on water.

Pasco Sheriff’s Office said they received calls for assistance at around 1:30 p.m., and all occupants were safely on land by the time first responders arrived…

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