On Sunday afternoon, a boat carrying eight people began sinking in the Itajuru Canal in Cabo Frio, located in Rio de Janeiro's Lakes Region. Fortunately, all passengers, which included six adults and two children, were rescued safely before the vessel completely submerged. The rescue operation was carried out by the Port Authority agents, who swiftly transferred the passengers to safety using smaller boats and jet skis.

The Cabo Frio City Hall confirmed the incident occurred near the Gamboa neighborhood, where images captured the rapid flooding of the boat as passengers were evacuated. The authorities are in the process of investigating the reason behind the sinking and are currently in contact with the Port Authority for further information. The boat's owner is responsible for the retrieval operation of the sunken vessel.

This incident highlights the importance of maritime safety and timely rescue operations in preventing tragedies at sea. With no injuries reported among the passengers, the successful rescue operation underscores the effectiveness of local emergency services in responding to waterborne incidents, providing a sense of security to residents and tourists in the area.