One dead, two missing after boat sinks near Alcatraz Island off San Francisco, rescue op underway

A pontoon boat carrying 19 people sank near Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay on July 15, 2026.

One person died after being rescued from the water; two others remain missing.

San Francisco Fire Chief Dean Crispen reported 16 people rescued, with the boat nearly fully submerged and its motor still running.

The boat was found without evidence of a fire, contrary to initial reports.

Search efforts include divers, helicopters, and 11 vessels; three injured people were hospitalized.