A large-scale search was launched in Boston after authorities received a distress call about a possible person in the water near Chelsea Street Bridge. Despite extensive efforts involving multiple agencies, the search was called off with no one found.
According to a post by the Boston Fire Department, the State Police, Boston Police, and Coast Guard were all involved in the rescue operation. BFD deployed zodiac boats, and they were joined by fire companies from East Boston and Chelsea in the search efforts. The call came in, prompting an immediate response from the concerned agencies. They searched the waters thoroughly but were unable to locate any individuals in distress.
The BFD, State Police, Boston Police, Coast Guard, BFD zodiac boats as well as E. Boston & Chelsea fire companies are searching the water below the Chelsea St bridge after a call came in for a possible person in the water. The scene has been cleared with no finding. ..Good day… pic.twitter.com/0sXiibHI84
— Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) December 21, 2023
The operation began below the Chelsea St bridge, an area that is heavily trafficked and can present hazards to those on or near the water. The collaborative efforts of the BFD, State Police, Boston Police, and Coast Guard highlight the swift action typically employed during potential maritime emergencies.
