Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Game Wardens are investigating a double fatality boating accident on Lake Fork that occurred Monday. The incident involved two vessels and occurred at about 8:45 p.m. Both vessel operators were killed. A passenger in one of the vessels was severely injured and transported by helicopter from the scene to a Dallas area hospital. The names of the victims have not been released. One of the vessels involved sank at the scene and will be raised with specialized lift bags and then towed to shore for further investigation. Make boating safety a priority this upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend. Review your safety check list. Do not drink and operate a boat. The probability of being killed in a boating accident doubles when alcohol is involved. Boating while intoxicated (BWI) is strictly enforced and carries penalties similar to driving while intoxicated penalties, including possible Driver's License suspension, not to mention a citation. Have personal flotation device (PFD) or life jackets in both child and adult sizes in your boat for everyone. Children under 13 years of age are required by law to wear a life jacket while onboard a moving vessel, but it's recommended for everyone to wear a life jacket. Most boating fatality victims were found not wearing a PFD. When selecting a PFD, the proper size is important. Too small may not keep you afloat and too large may come off on impact if you are suddenly thrown into the water. Check out www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/boat/safetylife_jackets/index.phtml for the different types of jackets and their uses. Don't overload your boat with people or equipment. Check the capacity plate for the maximum weight or the maximum number of people the boat can safely carry. Use navigation lights at all times when on the water at night. Check lights before it gets dark. Watch your speed and pay attention to your surroundings. Make sure you stay well clear of other vessels. Citations may be issued for excessive speed or reckless operation. Be especially careful while operating a Personal Watercraft. Operators must wear a PFD and maintain a 50 foot distance from other PWC's, vessels, persons, shore, or stationary platforms or other objects unless operating at idle speeds. Do not jump the wake of another boat. Have a great holiday weekend. If you are going to be out on the water, boat responsibly. Don't become a newspaper headline. Picture: PFD's come in a variety of styles. Choose the correct one for your boating needs.