SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Missouri Water Patrol is investigating a boat explosion that injured three people on Table Lake.

The explosion happened Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. at the Big M Marina near Emerald Beach. Investigators say the driver attempted to start the engine, but gas fumes accumulated, causing it to explode.

The driver and one teenager suffered moderate injuries. Another teenager suffered serious injuries. The family is from North Carolina.

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