A Quebec man died this week after a boat explosion at a South Florida marina that also injured six people, officials say.
The explosion occurred Monday and the man was identified as Sebastien Gauthier, 41, Arielle Callender, a spokeswoman for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), said in a statement to CBC News.
Gauthier was one of seven passengers aboard an 35-foot (11.3 meter) vessel at the Lauderdale Marina in Fort Lauderdale.
According to preliminary information, the ship exploded after its engines started, Callender said.
The six other passengers were taken to hospital for treatment.
Callender said an investigation by the FWC is ongoing.
“Our deepest condolences go out to Mr. Gauthier’s family and friends during this difficult time,” she wrote.
