A woman who became stranded on an island off Cape Cod after escaping from her burning boat has died, according to her son. The tragic incident occurred when the woman and two other family members were forced to flee their vessel after it caught fire in the waters near the Massachusetts coast.

The woman passed away on Thursday night, several days after the dramatic rescue situation unfolded. She had been among three family members who managed to escape their burning boat before becoming stranded on a small island off Cape Cod, one of New England's most popular coastal destinations.

The circumstances that led to the boat fire remain unclear, but the incident highlights the dangers that can occur during maritime activities along the Cape Cod coastline. The area is known for its busy boating traffic, particularly during warmer months when recreational vessels frequent the waters around the cape's numerous islands and inlets.

While two family members survived the ordeal, the woman's death marks a tragic end to what initially appeared to be a successful rescue operation. Her son confirmed the death, bringing closure to a story that had captured local attention due to the dramatic nature of the escape and stranding.