Tampa’s new fire-and-rescue boat runs aground prior to delivery

(ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla.) — Tampa’s new fire-and-rescue boat ran aground while the manufacturer was delivering it, the St. Petersburg Times newpaper reported. The vessel was still the property of Metalcraft Marine when it ran aground near St. Augustine. A tugboat pulled it free and there was no damage.
 
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By Professional Mariner Staff