Authorities respond to boat in distress in waters off of Staten Island
Briefly

A sailboat in distress was reported near the West Bank Lighthouse off Staten Island, with the U.S. Coast Guard and FDNY responding promptly. The emergency was called at 8:50 a.m. for the area around Manson and Mc Kee avenues close to Great Kills Harbor. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported. Fire Department Marine units are actively investigating the situation to ensure the safety of all parties involved and to address the sailboat's issue of taking on water.
The U.S. Coast Guard and FDNY are working to assist a sailboat in distress off Staten Island, which was reported taking on water near the West Bank Lighthouse.
The incident, which was called in at 8:50 a.m., involved Manson and Mc Kee avenues near Great Kills Harbor, and has not reported any injuries.
Fire Department Marine units are currently on the scene to investigate the situation further, ensuring the safety of those involved.
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