SUMMARY: On July 4th, two separate boat explosions in Georgia injured 14 people, including children, with second- and third-degree burns—seven at Lake Lanier’s Landshark Cove and seven at Lake Nottely. Both boats caught fire, with one sinking after the explosion. Additionally, during the Dunwoody 4th of July parade, a truck towing a trailer crashed when the driver accidentally hit the accelerator, causing several people on the trailer to fall and sustain injuries. In northwest Atlanta, a shooting at a July 4th party left two women wounded, one shot in the foot and another in the arm; the motive and arrests remain unclear.

Two boat explosions injure at least 14 people on July 4th, according to the DNR. Multiple children and an adult had to be taken to the hospital after a truck crashed during the annual Dunwoody Fourth of July parade. And two women are injured after a shooting at a July 4th party. FOX 5 brings you the latest updates on the stories trending across the area this holiday weekend.

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SUMMARY: The “Big Beautiful Bill,” signed by President Trump before July 4th, included significant budget cuts impacting the National Park Service, with over $250 million pulled from its funding. Reporter Kim Ller, at the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Center, highlighted concerns from advocates about reduced staffing and maintenance. With a 24% reduction in permanent staff this year already, advocates fear further cuts will harm park upkeep and visitor experience. Many people use these outdoor spaces, but preserving them requires resources and personnel. The community is watching closely as the cuts affect popular parks amid increasing public use during holidays.

The effects of President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is already being felt at Georgia’s state parks where staffing is expected to be impacted greatly. The bill cut back about $267-million of previously committed funding around the country. Kim Leoffler talks FOX LOCAL through the anticipated changes.

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SUMMARY: Following the deadly flash flooding in Kerrville and Kerr County on July 4, officials reported 27 fatalities, including 18 adults and nine children, with some still unidentified. Hundreds of rescue workers continue search operations, focusing on unaccounted-for individuals, including about 20 children missing from a camp. Water levels began receding by Saturday morning, revealing extensive debris and damage, including homes washed away. A relief fund was established by the Community Foundation of Texas Hill Country. Governor Greg Abbott will give an update Saturday afternoon alongside federal and state officials. Authorities emphasized ongoing search efforts and community support amid a tragic recovery.

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