At least 100 abandoned boats remain in the water in Marina Del Rey, raising safety and environmental concerns. People are demanding that the vessels be removed, but authorities say they face limitations. The boats were impounded by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Several sailboats and powerboats are clustered together, while others remain tied up in their slips at local marinas. The LASD says there is only so much it can do with the abandoned vessels. Currently, just one vendor is authorized to remove boats from Marina Del Rey, creating a major challenge as the number of abandoned vessels remains high. Environmental concerns are also growing, especially if the boats begin sinking and leaking fuel or other materials into the water. One witness says two of the abandoned boats have already sunk. Officials and residents are now calling for a solution to address the safety and environmental risks.
