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Off-duty firefighter saves three children after boat overturns on lake
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· July 5, 2026
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An off-duty firefighter is being hailed a hero for saving the lives of three children after a boat overturned on Alvarado Lake during the holiday weekend, according to Alvarado Police. A boat carrying nine people capsized Sunday, trapping three children beneath the vessel. Police said two o...
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Key points A boat carrying nine people capsized Sunday, trapping three children beneath the vessel. An off-duty firefighter is being hailed a hero for saving the lives of three children after a boat overturned on Alvarado Lake during the holiday weekend, according to Alvarado Police. More safety Today’s briefing Local events
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What is this story about? An off-duty firefighter is being hailed a hero for saving the lives of three children after a boat overturned on Alvarado Lake during the holiday weekend, according to Alvarado Police. A boat carrying nine people capsized Sunday, trapping three children beneath the vessel. Police said two o...
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