At least five people onboard a boat were injured and shifted to a nearby medical facility after a vessel exploded in the middle of Lake Lanier in Atlanta, Georgia, on Friday, July 4. After receiving the information, the Hall County Fire Rescue team rushed to the spot and engaged in relief operations. The incident occurred at 7 pm.
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A video shared on a social media platform shows a boat engulfed in flames floating over the lake. People on the lakeside were also seen in panic following the fire incident. According to reports, one of the passengers onboard was a child and was airlifted to the hospital for treatment for his injuries.
Lake Lanier Boat Explosion
Authorities added that they were in stable condition while being transported to the hospital. Law enforcement teams are now investigating into the blast incident.