Search Continues for Missing Passengers After Boat Capsizes in San Francisco Bay

The remains of the Volare, a 49-foot cabin cruiser, have been located at the bottom of San Francisco Bay following its capsizing, which is believed to have resulted in the deaths of four passengers. The San Francisco Police Department confirmed the discovery of the wreckage approximately 600 feet west of Alcatraz Island on Friday, after utilizing boat-mounted sonar since Tuesday. An underwater drone is now being employed to assess the wreckage and determine the feasibility of raising the vessel.

The boat capsized during a memorial service for a loved one, with 20 passengers aboard. Survivors reported that a wave struck the boat, causing it to list and roll over. However, maritime experts suggest that a single wave is unlikely to be the sole cause of the incident. Investigators are exploring the possibility of multiple failures leading to the sinking. Two passengers remain missing and are presumed dead, while the identities of those unaccounted for have not been released. The recovery operation is complicated by the depth of the water, approximately 130 feet, which poses significant challenges due to increased water pressure.