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"You can breathe, baby": off-duty North Texas firefighter saves 3 children on 4th of July
By Bo Evans at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 6, 2026
· 3 min read
"I just kept saying, you can breathe, baby, you can do it, you can do it, I got you," said Jason Horne.Not words any father wants to say out loud. It's definitely not where Jason Horne saw his Fourth of July going when he took his family to Alvarado Park Lake. "We saw a pontoon boat and a jet sk...
Key takeaway That's when I saw the boat that was overturned," said Horne, "When I got closer, they said, 'Our babies are under there.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The heroic actions of off-duty firefighter Jason Horne at Alvarado Park Lake on the 4th of July serve as a stark reminder of the importance of water safety in our community. As a community that enjoys numerous lakes and waterways, it's crucial that residents and visitors alike take necessary precautions to prevent such accidents. The fact that Horne was able to respond quickly and effectively is a testament to his training, but it also highlights the need for more people to learn basic water rescue techniques and CPR. This incident may prompt local authorities to review water safety measures and emergency response plans at popular recreational spots like Alvarado Park Lake, to ensure that our community is better equipped to handle similar situations in the future. Additionally, it may also lead to an increase in water safety awareness campaigns and training programs for residents, particularly during peak summer months when water activities are more frequent.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? "I just kept saying, you can breathe, baby, you can do it, you can do it, I got you," said Jason Horne.Not words any father wants to say out loud. It's definitely not where Jason Horne saw his Fourth of July going when he took his family to Alvarado Park Lake. "We saw a pontoon boat and a jet sk...
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