A 25-year-old boater named Charles Gregory, who had been reported missing, has been found and rescued by the United States Coast Guard off the coast of St. Augustine. The Coast Guard had been conducting a search for Gregory after he was last seen leaving the Lighthouse boat ramp on a 12-foot Jon boat. He was discovered approximately 12 miles away from the St. Augustine Shore and was subsequently brought back to shore at the Vilano Beach Pier. Additional information about the incident is currently being gathered, and updates will be provided as they become available. More… Reference: WJXT
Month: August 2023
Vilano Beach gears up for renourishment project, construction set to commence in two weeks
A large portion of the Surfside Park parking lot in Vilano Beach will be closed due to a renourishment project, limiting access to the beach during construction. The United States Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced that mobilization for the St. Johns County Coastal Storm Risk Management (CSRM) project will begin on August 7, with dredging commencing on August 17 and expected to continue until March 2024. The county was awarded $20.2 million in June for the project, which aims to renourish approximately three miles of shoreline in south Ponte Vedra and Vilano beaches. The beaches in this area have experienced…
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Father, 2 Sons Hospitalized After Drowning Incident at St. Augustine Hotel Pool
A father and his two sons from South Florida were hospitalized after a drowning incident occurred at a hotel pool in St. Augustine. The incident took place at the Rodeway Inn on N. Ponce de Leon Boulevard, and the St. Augustine Police are currently investigating the matter. It has been reported that none of the individuals involved knew how to swim. The elementary-age children were airlifted to Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville, while the 58-year-old father was taken to Ascension St. Vincent’s hospital. As of now, there are no further details available on the incident, no fatalities have been reported…
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St. Johns County Fire Rescue Sends Birthday Wishes to K9 Garrett
K9 Garrett, a valued member of the St. Johns County Fire and Rescue Department, celebrated his eighth birthday today. As part of the fire and rescue team, Garrett has dutifully served the community for the past eight years. The dedication and loyalty of this four-legged member have been invaluable in carrying out important tasks and providing essential support in emergency situations. Garrett’s milestone birthday serves as a reminder of the significant contributions made by service animals, showcasing the special bond between humans and their canine companions. We applaud K9 Garrett for his years of service and wish him a happy…
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