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Six Hurt in San Joaquin Delta Boat Collision at High School Fishing Event

Authorities have not detailed injury conditions or what caused the crash.

Overview

  • Two boats collided in the San Joaquin Delta during a high school fishing tournament, leaving six people in need of medical care.
  • Contra Costa County firefighters responded to the Orwood Resort in Brentwood after reports of the crash.
  • Crews found one vessel on top of the other as people from a third boat pulled occupants to safety.
  • Organizers said about 50 high school teams launched for the Student Angler Federation California Open Challenge.
  • Officials have not released patient conditions or the cause, though a witness said a boat captain left by ambulance.