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MIAMI, Fla.<\/strong> – <\/span>11 people have been hospitalized after a possible boat explosion at Haulover Sandbar in Miami Beach on Saturday, according to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.<\/p>

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What we know:<\/p>

According to officials, crews responded to reports of a possible explosion around 12:50 p.m. west of Haulover Beach Marina.<\/p>

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Upon arrival, crews found multiple people injured. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said at least 11 people were taken to the hospital.<\/p>

Due to the large number of victims, the incident was upgraded to a level 2 mass causality incident.<\/p>

Around 25 units responded to the scene, including Fireboat 21, Ocean Rescue units, partner agencies, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the United States Coast Guard.<\/p>

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Battalion Chief Juan Arias gave an update on a possible boat explosion. Courtesy: Miami-Dade Fire Rescue<\/span> <\/p> <\/div><\/div>

“Injuries were from burn injuries to some traumatic injuries as well,” said Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Juan Arias.<\/p>

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue wanted to remind the community to prioritize safety while out on the water. Ensure a working fire extinguisher and all required safety equipment are on the vessel and perform safety checks before each departure.<\/p>

What we don’t know:<\/p>

It is unclear what caused the reported boat explosion.\u00a0<\/p>

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This is an ongoing investigation; officials will bring updates as they become available.<\/p>

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