HAMPTON, N.H. (WHDH) - A Canadian hovercraft was forced to ground itself at Hampton Beach in Hampton, New Hampshire on Saturday after suffering a mechanical issue.

Shocking video showed the hovercraft crashing into the shoreline.

Hampton fire officials said the vessel suffered a mechanical issue and there were no reported injuries.

Mechanics are now working on fixing the vessel and it’s expected to be able to leave the area tomorrow.

This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

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