On May 1–3, 2026, this festival at the picturesque Lake Lanier Islands Resort in Buford, GA, is a celebration of automotive artistry and cultural heritage.

The incident happened around 7 PM Friday evening, just off Lanier Islands Parkway, according to Hall County Fire Rescue and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Hall County Fire Rescue said it responded to Lanier Islands Parkway at Lake Lanier around 7 p.m. Friday after receiving reports of a boat explosion.

Seven people had to be taken to the hospital with burns after their boat exploded on Lake Lanier, according to the Hall County Sheriff's Office.

Seven people ranging in age from 5 to 45 were left injured after a fiery boat explosion on the so-called cursed Lake Lanier.

Seven people were hurt in a boat explosion at Lake Lanier on Friday, according to a spokesman for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

Hall County Fire Rescue said it responded to Lanier Islands Parkway after receiving reports of a boat explosion. Five people were taken to hospitals.

Deputies say the Buford man stripped naked and knocked another man out with a deep freezer during a confrontation at Lake Lanier.

Authorities responded to the boat explosion around 7 p.m. at Lanier Islands Parkway. According to a Georgia Department of Natural Resources spokesman, seven people were injured in the explosion.

Seven people were left injured after a fiery boat explosion on Lake Lanier, a notorious body of water in Georgia where hundreds of others have perished, according to authorities. Of those hurt ...

Enjoy July 4th amid fireworks and fun at Lake Lanier's newly reopened parks. Arrive early to secure your spot and experience a festive weekend with family and friends.