Several injured after seaplane collides with boat in Vancouver: VIDEO

By Yosi Yahoudai
Founder and Managing Partner

VANCOUVER,Canada — Several people were injured after a seaplane collided with a boat in Vancouver, Canada on Saturday, according to the Vancouver Police Department (VPD).

Video recorded by Tom Adrion captures the moment of collision, as a Harbour Air plane is seen crashing into the boat, before plunging back into the water.

Video captures the moment of collision, as a Harbour Air plane is seen crashing into the boat, before plunging back into the water.

Citing a statement from Harbour Air, local outlet Vancouver Sun reported that all five passengers and pilot aboard the aircraft were uninjured and safe, while all passengers aboard the boat were accounted for.

Two people on the boat had to be hospitalized, according to ABC News.

Investigators say that area of the harbor where the crash occurred is supposed to be reserved for seaplane operations.

A full investigation into the cause of the collision was underway, VPD said on Saturday.

ABC News contributed to this report.

About the Author

Yosi Yahoudai is a founder and the managing partner of J&Y. His practice is comprised primarily of cases involving automobile and motorcycle accidents, but he also represents people in premises liability lawsuits, including suits alleging dangerous conditions of public property, third-party criminal conduct, and intentional torts. He also has expertise in cases involving product defects, dog bites, elder abuse, and sexual assault. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California and is admitted to practice in all California State Courts, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. If you have any questions about this article, you can contact Yosi by clicking here.