Fire Engulfs 2 Boats at Marina del Rey Marina

Crews battle blaze that spread between vessels at Southern California marina

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Fire crews responded to a boat fire late Wednesday night in Marina del Rey, California that spread to at least one other vessel, authorities said. The 50-foot power boat that was the initial source of the fire was docked between two other boats when the flames broke out around 10:06 p.m. No injuries were reported as no people were on board the affected boats.

Why it matters

Boat fires at marinas can pose a significant risk to public safety and property, especially when they spread between vessels. The incident highlights the importance of fire safety protocols and emergency response capabilities at busy coastal marinas like the one in Marina del Rey.

The details

Firefighters responded to the blaze at the 4500 block of Via Marina, with access via Tahiti Way. The initial 50-foot power boat that caught fire was docked between two other vessels, and the flames spread to at least one of the neighboring boats. No injuries were reported as no people were on board the affected boats at the time.

  • The fire broke out around 10:06 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Marina del Rey Marina

A large marina located in the unincorporated Los Angeles County community of Marina del Rey, California.

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What’s next

Investigators are still working to determine the exact cause of the fire, which remains under investigation.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of robust fire safety protocols and emergency response capabilities at busy marinas, in order to protect both property and public safety in the event of an unexpected blaze.