Party boat fire in Austin linked to arson

Austin police officials have stated that they believe it was arson that caused a fire on a paddle-wheel boat on Lady Bird Lake.

The propane tanks on the 70-foot boat exploded and the boat was sent drifting down the lake. There were no injuries, but the damage is estimated to be at nearly $1 million.

Officials with the fire department stated that several people were seen fleeing the boat after the fire broke out. The large explosion also damage two nearby boats that were stationed at the marina. Firefighters had to enter the lake and in order to pull the boat to the shore.

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