On Monday, July 28, 2025, a devastating accident occurred near Hibiscus Island in Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach.

On Monday, July 28, 2025, a devastating accident occurred near Hibiscus Island in Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach. During a youth sailing session, a barge collided with a sailboat carrying six individuals—five children and one adult—from the Miami Youth Sailing Foundation. The collision resulted in the boat capsizing, throwing all occupants into the water. Two children, aged 7 and 13, were pronounced dead at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Two other children, aged 8 and 11, remain in critical condition, while a 12-year-old girl and a 19-year-old camp counselor were rescued and are in good condition. US Coast Guard NewsThe Washington Post

The Miami Yacht Club, which operates the sailing program, expressed profound grief over the incident, stating, “The entire MYC family is devastated by this terrible tragedy.” https://www.wsaw.com

The U.S. Coast Guard and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are leading an ongoing investigation to determine the cause of the collision and to prevent future tragedies. Good Morning America