Robert Mecea for New York Post5 14 people were pulled from the water after the vessel capsized. Everyone went into the drink during the capsize: the mom and baby, boat captain and the other 11 passengers, sources said. 5 FDNY units respond to a capsized vessel off Liberty Island on Saturday, August 8, 2026. 5 A person is transported to an ambulance after being rescued from the capsized boat off Liberty Island. Paul MartinkaA sanctioned boat-for-hire requires US Coast Guard credentials and official inspection certification to ensure it meets safety standards and carries required safety equipment, the Coast Guard said.