DUNEDIN, Fla. – Dunedin Fire Rescue responded to reports of a small aircraft that made an emergency landing off the shore of Honeymoon Island State Park.
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Plane makes emergency landing
What we know:
According to fire rescue officials, initial reports showed the aircraft was experiencing an emergency before landing 25 yards offshore. Thankfully, all occupants were able to exit the aircraft safely and make their way to shore.
The occupants were all evaluated and only sustained minor injuries.
Fire rescue also assessed the aircraft for any fuel leakage. Currently, there are no visible signs of a fuel release into the water.
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Several agencies are working to assist with the emergency landing, including the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the United States Coast Guard, Florida State Parks, and other regional public safety partners.
What we don’t know:
It is unclear what type of emergency the plane was experiencing.
Fire rescue says the incident remains under investigation. Updates will be released as they become available.
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