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News Breaking News Boat Runs Aground in Norwich River, Trapping Occupants; One Suffers Hypothermia

Boat Runs Aground in Norwich River, Trapping Occupants; One Suffers Hypothermia

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March 18, 2026 | Montville, CT

A boat ran aground in the Norwich River, trapping several occupants aboard and leaving one with hypothermia symptoms. Emergency crews, including the U.S. Coast Guard and local firefighters, responded to the scene around 7:38 p.m. on March 18. They launched a rescue effort to free those stuck on the stranded vessel.

USCG & Fire Department On Scene boat ran aground in river, with people trapped on boat, 1 person w/ Hypothermia Mutual Aid:NorwichBoat Runs Aground in Norwich River, Trapping Occupants; One Suffers Hypothermia

Limited details are available about what caused the boat to run aground or how many people were involved. Officials are investigating the incident.

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