Illegal mortar shot off Morro Bay fishing boat, partially amputating hand
An illegal firework shot from a fishing boat partially amputated a person’s hand late Thursday night in Morro Bay, the Morro Bay Fire Department said via Twitter.
Morro Bay firefighter paramedics arrived at the 60-foot-long fishing boat off the South T-Pier at 11:40 p.m. Thursday, according to the tweet.
The person was injured by an illegal mortar shot off the boat, the fire department said.
The fine for illegal fireworks is $1,000 when used in Morro Bay, according to the tweet.
This story was originally published July 9, 2021 at 5:12 PM.
Stephanie Zappelli
The Tribune