TENNESSEE RECORDS ZERO BOATING FATALITIES OVER LABOR DAY WEEKEND
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) announced that no boating-related fatalities occurred across the state during the 2026 Labor Day holiday weekend. This milestone marks the fifth consecutive year that Tennessee has recorded zero boating deaths over the Labor Day holiday period.
Holiday Incident Breakdown
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Fatalities: 0 statewide
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Injuries: 3 incidents (reported on Kentucky Lake, Chickamauga, and Watts Bar reservoirs)
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Property Damage: 4 incidents
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BUI Arrests: 8 arrests made by TWRA game wardens
Seasonal Progress
The successful Labor Day weekend caps off a strong summer safety record, with zero fatalities recorded across all three major holiday weekends of the season, including Memorial Day and July 4th. Total statewide boating-related fatalities for the year currently stand at 15, reflecting a decrease of three compared to the same period in 2025.
