An 8-year-old boy sustained injuries after falling from a pontoon boat on Lake Harris, prompting an emergency response that included an airlift to a nearby hospital for treatment. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is investigating the incident that occurred Tuesday evening, as reported by ClickOrlando.
Specifics about how the child fell overboard or the nature of his injuries have not yet been disclosed. The incident, which did not involve other vessels, happened on the western side of Lake Harris near Venetian Gardens. While the FWC has not released further details, the child's condition was described as critical, according to information detailed by WESH.
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office also responded to the emergency. As this story develops, additional updates are anticipated from both local law enforcement and the FWC.
