News: Adult, kids hospitalized after Lake Travis boat, jet ski crash 

LAKE TRAVIS, TX – One child was airlifted, and one child and one adult were transported via an ATCEMS ambulance to a hospital after a crash between a jet ski and a boat Friday. 

This collision happened before 1 p.m. in the 16107th block of Wharf Cove, according to the X post from Austin Travis County Emergency Medical Services. 

Jet Ski vs Boat Collision at 16107 WHARF CV (Lake Travis, 12:58). #ATCEMS & @laketravisfire are on scene of a reported collision between a jet ski and a boat with 3 patients involved- 1 adult & 2 children- all 3 have been declared trauma alerts. More information to follow. pic.twitter.com/USEcOSyRxl

— ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) August 31, 2024

Lake Travis was also summoned to the scene to render aid. While the details of this boat collision remain scarce, first responders did confirm that all parties were issued trauma alerts and hospitalized for injuries deemed potentially serious and life-threatening. 

The adult was taken to Dell Seton Medical Center, while the children were sent to Dell Children’s Medical Center. 

No additional details are available at this time. 

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