Maritime Accident Report — October 24, 2026: Isle of Lewis Fishing Boat Kilda Search, Florida Keys Boat Rescue

This daily report covers notable maritime incidents and offshore casualties from publicly available sources. These summaries are provided for informational awareness and do not constitute legal advice.

Fishing Boat Kilda Missing Off Isle of Lewis; One Crew Member Dead, Two Missing

The fishing boat Kilda failed to return to the Port of Ness area on the Isle of Lewis, Scotland, after sailing on October 13, 2026. The body of crew member Douglas Craigie was found the next day, while Norman "Tam" Murray and Murdo Morrison remain missing. The search resumed on October 21 with police marine and dive units, and on October 22 police confirmed items belonging to the Kilda had been recovered; the Marine Accident Investigation Branch is conducting a preliminary assessment.

Source: Press and Journal

Coast Guard Rescues Two From Taking-On-Water Boat Near Pickles Reef, Florida Keys

On October 22, 2026, around 3:40 p.m., Coast Guard Sector Key West received a relayed 911 call about a 19-foot center-console boat taking on water near Pickles Reef off Key Largo, Florida. A Station Islamorada crew brought both people aboard, pumped out the water and towed the vessel to Ocean Point. No injuries were reported, and both people were wearing life jackets.

Source: CBS12

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