Docked boat destroyed by fire, owner seriously injured in New Port Richey

A boat owner was injured when his vessel caught fire while docked in New Port Richey. 

Pasco County Fire Rescue said the owner was seriously injured, suffering second-degree burns on 15% of their body.

It happened on a dock at the end of Marlin Drive, in the canal community of Gulf Harbors, in New Port Richey. 

Crews said they arrived to find the 20-foot boat on a lift, fully involved.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.