NTSB Report Says Crew Was Asleep When California Boat Fire Occurred

A fire broke out on a boat off the coast of California, resulting in the death of 33 passengers and one crew member. The five crew members on the top deck survived. The NTSB is investigating the cause, with speculation around charging electronics. The report is preliminary and subject to change. Legal actions under the seaman's manslaughter statute may be considered.

Where were the crew members when the fire broke out on the boat?

• All were on the lower deck

• All were in the engine room

• All were on the uppermost sundeck

• Some were on the uppermost sundeck and one on the lower deck

What is the status of the report mentioned in the video?

• It is a confidential report

• It is a draft report

• It is a preliminary report

• It is a final report

What potential cause of the fire is being speculated?

• Overloaded engine

• Electronics being charged

• Faulty wiring

• A gas leak

What legal statute could federal investigators use to bring charges?

• Seaman's Manslaughter Statute

• Maritime Safety Act

• Crew Negligence Act

• Marine Protection Law

What did the crew members report about mechanical or electrical issues before the fire?

• The issues were resolved before the fire

• There were several issues reported

• Only minor issues were reported

• There were no reported issues