The Region - News from Jan. 7, 1986
Eight people were rescued from a disabled fishing vessel and the ship was towed into Los Angeles Harbor for repairs. The U.S. Coast Guard launched two rescue ships and a helicopter to aid the 67-foot fishing vessel, the St. Joseph, which was located about 12 to 15 nautical miles south-southwest of the San Pedro Lighthouse. The cause of the accident was under investigation.
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