At least 16 people rescued off Mexico's Baja Coast, no sign of boat, says U.S. Coast Guard - CBC
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WorldAt least 16 people seen floating in the Pacific Ocean off Mexico's Baja California coast were rescued in the predawn hours Friday, and authorities were searching for several others in an area frequented by smugglers transporting migrants by boat to the U. S. One person who was rescued off Mexico's Baja California coast said as many as 27 people were on boardThe Associated Press · Posted: Oct 16, 2026 12:23 PM EDT | Last Updated: 2 hours agoListen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. U. S. Coast Guard personnel are seen in this Oct. 8 file photo. At least 16 people were rescued in the Pacific Ocean off Mexico's Baja California coast early Friday. (Eric Gay/The Associated Press)At least 16 people seen floating in the Pacific Ocean off Mexico's Baja California coast were rescued in the predawn hours Friday, and authorities were searching for several others in an area frequented by smugglers transporting migrants by boat to the U. S. Those rescued were being taken to San Diego hospitals.
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