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Several Boats Sink During Trump Parade On Texas Lake

AUSTIN, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) - Multiple boats sank at a Texas lake Saturday during a parade for the re-election of President Donald Trump, authorities said.

The Travis County Sheriff's Office said it responded to calls about "boats in distress" on Lake Travis in the afternoon.

President Trump Boat Parade on Lake Travis
Boats flying flags honoring President Donald Trump crowd Lake Travis during a boat parade Saturday that attracted hundreds of watercraft of all sizes. (Credit: Bob Daemmrich)

Authorities said there were multiple boats that sank during the parade, but it's unclear how many boats were involved. Authorities said there were no reports of injuries.

A spokesperson for the sheriff's office said, "We have no reason to suspect foul play in any of these."

KEYE reports the calls about sinking boats came in the areas of Paradise Cove, Emerald Point and West Beach at the lake.

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