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Search underway for drowning victim in Georgia lake
By Kimberly Wright at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Authorities in Georgia are looking for a drowning victim in Lake Hartwell.Hart County Sheriff’s Office said 911 got a call at around 6 p.m. Saturday about the possible drowning of a man near the Mega Ramp.The sheriff’s office is being assisted in the search by Hart County EMS, Hart County EMA, th...
Key takeaway Hart County Sheriff’s Office said 911 got a call at around 6 p.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The search for a drowning victim in Lake Hartwell is a sobering reminder of the risks associated with water activities in Georgia's lakes. As the City of Atlanta , surrounded by Fulton County, is not directly affected by this incident, the broader Atlanta metro area is still connected to the state's waterways and shares similar risks, including Gulf hurricane and flooding risks. The collaborative effort by multiple agencies, including the Hart County Sheriff's Office, Hart County EMS, and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, demonstrates the complexity and challenges of search and rescue operations in these bodies of water. As the search continues, residents in the Atlanta area should be mindful of the importance of water safety and emergency preparedness, particularly during the warmer months when lake activities are more prevalent. The thoughts of the community are with the victim's family and the first responders involved in the search.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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What is this story about? Authorities in Georgia are looking for a drowning victim in Lake Hartwell.Hart County Sheriff’s Office said 911 got a call at around 6 p.m. Saturday about the possible drowning of a man near the Mega Ramp.The sheriff’s office is being assisted in the search by Hart County EMS, Hart County EMA, th...
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