Lake Lanier Boat Explosion Injures Seven | JQJO

A boat explosion on Lake Lanier on July 4th injured seven people, ranging in age from 5 to 45, with second and third-degree burns. The 23-foot cabin cruiser exploded while being towed near Margaritaville. The operator rescued all victims, who were transported to hospitals. Another boat explosion occurred on Lake Nottely, also injuring seven, while a third incident on the Altamaha River reported no injuries. The cause of the Lake Lanier explosion remains under investigation.