Crime & Safety
Boat Explosion Reported On Candlewood Lake In Danbury
Multiple emergency crews responded after reports of people in the water.
DANBURY, CT — Two people were taken to the hospital after a boat fire on Candlewood Lake in Danbury on Memorial Day afternoon, according to officials.
Emergency crews responded to a reported boat fire near the Danbury boat launch on Hayestown Road.
Officials said six occupants evacuated and were assisted by the Candlewood Lake Authority.
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According to authorities, one person was transported with a minor burn injury, while another was taken to a hospital for evaluation as a precaution.
The fire was extinguished by responding crews, officials said.
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The incident remains under investigation by the Danbury Fire Marshal’s Office.
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