5 injured when boat catches fire on Willamette River in downtown Portland

Published
June 15, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Portland, Oregon
Willamette River near Kerr Public Dock
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Incident type
Fire, Boating

Summary

Vehicle Fire Portland Oregon in Portland, Oregon: A boat caught fire on the Willamette River in downtown Portland, prompting bystanders to call 911 around 3 p.m. Five people were injured and taken to local hospitals; the burning vessel eventually sank while authorities investigated.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Injured

Original reporting

5 injured when boat catches fire on Willamette River in downtown Portland

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