Dania Beach

1 dead after boat explosion at Dania Beach marina

Chopper 6 showed firefighters battling flames and thick smoke billowing from some type of structure

One person is dead and several others are injured after an explosion on a boat at a Dania Beach marina on Friday.

It happened on 4420 Ravenswood Road. Chopper 6 showed firefighters battling flames and thick smoke billowing from the 50-foot boat.

There were five male victims, including one who was found dead at the scene, according to Broward Sheriff's Fire Rescue. The injured were hospitalized with blast and burn injuries.

Investigators said they were refueling the boat when the explosion happened.

Stay with NBC6 for updates on this developing story.

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