OVERTON (KTNV) — Two people are recovering from "significant burn injuries" after a boat explosion near Lake Mead on Sunday.
The Clark County Fire Department says this happened near Callville Bay just before 3:30 p.m. The fire was reported at the fuel dock in the 100 block of Callville Bay Road, officials said.
Firefighters determined the source of the flames was a boat explosion that happened as the boat was leaving the fuel pump area, according to CCFD officials.
"Bystanders were able to contain [the] majority of the fire with extinguishers," officials stated, adding that the fire was "extinguished" by 4:02 p.m.
Two people were left with "significant" burns as a result of the fire, officials said. One person was taken by helicopter for treatment, while another was transported by ambulance to an area hospital.
Officials also note that a dog was found dead on the boat.
The cause of the fire is said to be under investigation. Fire officials had not provided any additional details as of this report.
