Incident Summary
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A boat crash occurred around 7 p.m. on Sunday evening at Eagle Mountain Lake. The vessel struck a dock near Miller Avenue on the lake’s west side.FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort WorthNBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
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Three people were injured in the crash:
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One adult was taken to Harris Methodist Hospital Downtown.
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Two children were transported to Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth.FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort WorthCBS News
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What’s Still Unknown
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The ages of the injured children have not been disclosed.
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Details regarding the severity of their injuries remain unclear.FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth
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Possible causes of the crash—such as whether alcohol, speed, operator error, or mechanical failure played a role—have not yet been specified. Authorities, including the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office, are investigating.FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort WorthNBC 5 Dallas-Fort WorthPolice Accident Reports (888) 657-1460
Safety Context & Response Advice
This crash highlights how quickly boating accidents can happen—and how serious their consequences may be, even near docks. Safety officials regularly emphasize the importance of:
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Wearing life jackets for all passengers, including children.
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Having throwable flotation devices aboard.
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Exercising caution near structures like docks and maintaining appropriate speed and control.FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort WorthNBC 5 Dallas-Fort WorthWFAA
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Avoiding substance use when operating a vessel—boating under the influence is illegal, and impaired handling increases risks.FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort WorthWFAA
Summary Table
Aspect | Details |
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Date & Time | Sunday around 7 p.m. |
Location | Eagle Mountain Lake, west side near Miller Avenue |
Victims | One adult (hospitalized), two children (hospitalized) |
Hospitals | Harris Methodist (adult); Cook Children’s Medical Center (children) |
Cause & Severity | Under investigation; injury extents unknown |
Safety Concerns | Emphasizes need for life jackets, caution near docks, safe operation |
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