Fire destroys boats, injures mother, child at New Rochelle marina

A significant boat fire erupted at the Imperial Yacht Club in New Rochelle early Saturday morning, destroying seven vessels and injuring a mother and child who were on one of the boats. Firefighters responded around 12:45 a.m. and battled the blaze for approximately two hours, utilizing multiple fire units and boats to contain the flames and protect nearby vessels from the spreading fire. The injured mother and child were found in a car nearby and transported to Jacobi Hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation. The fire also caused a fuel spill, leading to the closure of the Davenport Neck Channel as cleanup efforts commenced. Fire Chief Andrew Sandor praised the team's efforts in preventing further destruction, noting the close proximity of boats at the marina. As of now, the cause of the fire remains under investigation, with updates expected as more information surfaces.