Emergency Landing of Seaplane Off Washington Coast Results in Multiple Injuries

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A Kenmore Air seaplane carrying 11 individuals made an emergency landing off the coast of Washington, leading to a significant rescue operation. The incident occurred shortly after the floatplane took off from Seattle, heading to Roche Harbor. While all passengers and the pilot were accounted for, four individuals sustained serious injuries, with one in critical condition. The cause of the emergency landing remains under investigation, although weather conditions were noted to be windy at the time. The US Coast Guard and other agencies swiftly mobilized to assist in the rescue efforts.
Key Details: • Emergency landing occurred around 5:25 p.m. on Thursday. • Four passengers were hospitalized, one in critical condition. • The seaplane took off from Lake Union, Seattle at 4:30 p.m. • Rescue operations involved the US Coast Guard and Canadian Coast Guard.