Teen Hit by Boat While Tubing on Lake Lanier
A teenager was critically injured after she was struck by a boat while tubing on Lake Lanier over the weekend.
Officials with the Department of Natural Resources say the 15-year-old girl was tubing with her family on Sunday afteoon when she fell out of her tube. They say a boat tried to swerve and avoid her, but instead it hit the girl.
According to officials, the teen was rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital with a serious head injury. She was listed in critical condition on Sunday night. Her name has not yet been released.
Officials say it does not appear that the driver of the boat was to blame for the accident.
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
