That is the first thing i thought of... I saw this lake on the history channel. I live in AL on a like but if I ever go to GA and go to a like, if it's a big one I always do a quick Google search to refresh my memory as to the Lake's Name to avoid!!!
For anyone who goes to that lake must respect it , pray to the people land you are on, and ask for permission before entering!!!! You’ll have to respect the spirits
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I went to college in Atlanta a long time ago and that lake has been absorbing souls for as long as I can remember if you got plans to go. DONT. haunted.
HINT: its NOT usually a dock with power thats the problem, its the BOATS that are AT the dock that are PLUGGED IN to the dock power outlet; the boats then can have a power leakage INTO the water! ive heard of this before, theres other vids on yt about this, kids swimming near a powered dock. pple shd NEVER go into the water near a powered dock, ever. few boat owners know that their boat leaks power into the water.
If your boat is bleeding shore power through your boat electrifying the water around it then that’s just Darwin thinning out the gene pool! Jump in by all means! I love it when peoples own stupidity gets them hurt or killed! It tells me everything’s working like it should.
@@guybeingaguy perhaps you can tell that to the mother of the kid that was electrocuted while swimming near a dock, the owner of the boat had no idea his boat was leaking electricity into the water, and was devastated, as was the parents of the kid.
Whenever different metals are placed in a conductive liquid, such as salt water, you create a battery. If you connect these pieces of metal together, current will flow. This current, trying to equalize the conductivity of the metals, will be removing metal from one of the metal pieces. This removal is called "electrolysis". If the piece being removed is the zinc in your flashlight battery that is good, but if one of the pieces is your propeller it is bad.
There should have been posted signs. Signs that say "dock has an electric charge, no swimming, or you could be electrocuted." This is a huge liability minefield.
This is something that should never happen. The National Electric Code requires that there be GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection of the circuit feeding power to a boat dock. The instructions for GFCI breakers etc. say they should be tested once a month. Proper grounding and bonding coupled with GFCI protection are required for life safety. If you are not a certified electrician don't try to wire things yourself. Also if you are using an extension cord anywhere outside, make sure it is plugged into a (good working) GFCI receptacle. There is a test button on the GFCI receptacle and breaker, if you press the button and the power does not shut off to the load then get a new one properly installed and test it again. GFCI receptacles have a rest button on them and GFCI breakers require the handle to be pushed fully to the off position and then pushed back to the on position. Test, Test, Test everyone do it now, every boat dock with power, swimming pools, fountains, house, commercial buildings, and industrial buildings should have at least one GFCI protected receptacle/circuit. (Kitchens, bathrooms, exterior receptacles and other locations as required by the National Electric Code and/or local code)
First thing, I thought! I have our pool circuit on a dedicated gfi breaker, and the outlets (only two) are gfi also! The electrician, said the only downside, to my ,belt and suspenders aproach, was troubleshooting, in the event of a problem, but with only two outlets to isolate, not that big of a deal. Side note, last year, testing one of the outlets, the outlet was on, but it could not be tripped by the reset. Now, that's on my pool start up sheet.
This is what I did not understand. Since when can you not go in the water near boat docks...??? I've never heard of this! It must have been configured incorrectly, right??
@@deprofundis3293 It could have been wired incorrectly, but the article said, it was installed by a licensed electrician, but more likely, the GFI circuit, was not working. If a GFI circuit is working, and the person, makes contact, with current, and ground, the circuit shuts off in mili seconds, if it not working, the person, becomes part of the circuit. The faulty GFI outlet, that I wrote about in my situation, was not working, and could have resulted in a shock, that's why I test, my outdoor GFI's on pool startup.
Okay, appears to be a rare (tragic) event but begs many questions, such as, "If the electrocutions are the result of electrical system deficiencies at the dock, what is the "fatal zone" surrounding the dock where swimming should be avoided?" I doubt the entire lake was electrically charged to a degree where it was life-threatening to enter the water.
It would ground directly beneath the point of contact between the cable and the water(path of least resistance.) While water, itself isn’t a great conductor, a lake is because of the infinite impurities. As for lethal radius it should theoretically make an electromagnetic field with a radius directly proportional to the amperage of the current and the distance between the current and the ground.
@@ethak23 it would depend if that point is deeper or if there's somewhere adjacent that's a shorter distance. And as water's always moving so with the current it wouldn't be a straight line but rather a jagged line similar to lightning I would guess
@@ethak23 if someone peed next to the dock and had alot of sodium in the pee ,would that affect the path thru the water into the ground? I watched this video today called "where does grounded electricity actually go", where they do an interesting experiment with ground and sodium.
Deuteronomy 32:35 “To me belongeth vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide in due time: for the day of their calamity is at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste.”
Looks like GA needs to update some regulations on how electrical items are installed, the likelihood of a failure, and possible determine how to notify swimmers of amperage readings in the lake or this will keep happening.
Ok then how do you avoid this?? It's not like one can never go in the water near their boat or near a dock. I live in an area with many lakes. Everyone does this. So WHEN exactly is it dangerous?? And where?
I watched a documentary about two women going to the bar somewhere in Georgia on their way back they crashed into the lake it's been dubbed "lady of the lake" ever since
I wouldn't rely on those things, I've been shocked by GFCI circuits (yes they tested good before and after). Should never swim at a dock that has shore power.
Condolences to the Family...but WHY ANYONE would decide to swim in a Lake that literally sits over 20 plus grave sites of a town (Oscarville) that was completely flooded for "recreational" use is beyond me. The souls who lost their lives own that lake. No different from what happened in Tulsa, OK - Black Wallstreet.
That's so HORRIBLE I'm so sorry for your great loss, such a gorgeous young man and so full of life, ❤❤❤🙏GOD HEAL YOUR HEARTS AND COMFORT YOUR SOULS 🙏❤❤❤
Was it horrible what they did to the people of Lanier. Then flooded the town. All the death surrounding thatlake is for a reason. Know your history Karmas a B
As a licensed electrician that dock should have had ground fault circuit interruption, That could have been the problem but i am just speculating, So sorry for the family.
I've been boating all my life, and some of my hard and fast rules are: Never, ever swim in a marina, never swim off a dock that has shore power connected to it, and never swim around a boat that has an engine running. But still, I agree, shouldn't blame these swimmers.
@@sylviaisgod6947Ok then how do you avoid this?? It's not like one can never go in the water near their boat. Everyone does. So WHEN exactly is it dangerous??
The inspector needs the homeowners approval to check the dock. The inspection is voluntary and there’s a fee attached. There’s no formal requirement for inspection. Until that changes docks will continue to fall into disrepair and create hazards
I live on a lake, and have a dock with electricity from the house. If you have some kind of multi meter, you can put one probe on a metal post on the dock, and put the other in the water. It will tell you if there is any voltage in the water. Should be zero. I have noticed that Hydro Hoist has gone to a different standard boat lift pump that is mounted vertically on a metal dock post, instead of the floor of the dock. They have to put some kind of isolator behind the mount to separate the pump from the metal post. Like a piece of trex decking or a piece of wood. Attach the pump to the isolator on the metal post, and problem solved. Anyone who lives on the water should be aware of this danger. Sadly, money doesn't buy brains. But you can rent them from a pro...
@@wherethequietbeingsgo Well, we've had squirrels tear up our cable tv wires.. raccoons tearing up the house. In that area, it'd be something I'd keep an eye on.
They warned us in a Power Squadron boating safety course that this can happen and not to let your kids or anyone swim around docks. When I see boat leave their slips I often see the electrical wire left on the dock. If that falls in, whoever is in the water nearby will be electrocuted. Make sure to disconnect the electrical wire at the source, not just from the boat.
Docks are not for funiture and hanging out on? I get what dude was saying but he is wrong. Docks are commonly used like this, have been and will continue to be.
This guy isn’t the sharpest tool. Not for lawn chairs or swimming? Buddy, anything in or around that lake must be considered exactly that. “Codes” are for that very reason. Anything in use or not that electrifies the water and also doesn’t throw a breaker to cut power is a no go. Someone is gonna have some real bad legal days ahead.
At marinas, it is common for stray electricity to enter the water. The most common fault is the boat itself which is the direct conduit for electricity to the water
Ok then how do you avoid this?? It's not like one can never go in the water near their boat. Everyone does. So WHEN exactly is it dangerous?? Just when the boat is turned on? Or...?
Ban amperage over 30 milliamps NOW! Ban over 30 inches of water NOW! Take all water and electricity away from everyone who had nothing to do with this.
The 'professional' explanation in this video is extremely bad. You can't just put normal electrical lines in the water; they have to be ground-faulted (like subwater lights in a swimming pool). This was a private dock owned by the family of the man that was killed. If they just ran a normal line from their house to the dock without the ground-fault, that would be illegal... and they would be responsible for thier own son's death.
His mother said the dock was only 3 years old and that they hired a licensed electrician to wire the boat lift. Not sure why you'd say they are responsible for their son's death. You should have listened before replying.
"we try to check the docks for electricity every 5 years, but you know like whatever, these docks are not made to be diving off of". Uh Say What? All deflections and zero accountability.
Listen, we locals don't swim here. The chicken plants in gainesville dump waste in the lake. Whether you believe the curse or not, the lake is disgusting and filthy. Rest in peace to this poor man and everyone else that has lost their lives. If any one reading this has had an inkling to visit this lake when visiting Georgia, just don't. This lake is not worth it. Visit Lake Rabun or Lake Burton. I'd say Lake Seed, but I found a body in there when I was a child, so do what you will with that information.
This sort of thing is exactly why you're never supposed to swim in docks. Its very important to note, the fault doesn't have to be within the dock wiring, it can also be within a boat that has been wired either incorrectly or not maintained correctly. Boating comes with a lot of responsibility, far too many folks seem to think that you buy a boat and just go Boating!!! This could not be farther from the truth! A Boating safety course is a good start, but is only covering the most basic aspects of the subject. There are many books on the subject, and put away pride and ask experienced boaters for advice!!! You will know them when you see them, they make it all LOOK easy, and perform the more difficult operations without drama! Safe and happy boating!!!
You know a lake is notorious when people living in a whole other state thousands of miles away know it as being the lake of death
Same with Lake Norman
Bro I don't even live in America and I know of the notoriety of Lake Lanier.
I hail from Mars and here we know it well as the biggest deathtrap north of the 27,5 quadrant.
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Ah yeah bot? 😅
I cannot understand why people still go to Lake Lanier. Any place with a death rate that high should be closed down.
Humanity is pretty ballsy.
You couldn't pay me to go swimming in that lake. It's cursed. #Oscarville
Omg there has been over 700 deaths!! wth is going on there?!
That is the first thing i thought of... I saw this lake on the history channel. I live in AL on a like but if I ever go to GA and go to a like, if it's a big one I always do a quick Google search to refresh my memory as to the Lake's Name to avoid!!!
@@vladimirenlow4388
Same with Lake Norman.
Deaths every summer
For anyone who goes to that lake must respect it , pray to the people land you are on, and ask for permission before entering!!!! You’ll have to respect the spirits
Leave that place alone they don't want to be bothered.
Check the history of this man made lake, the community that was flooded, the lives lost. Recompense is coming...
Exactly. Condolences to the family though.
@@wherethequietbeingsgothe family at the bottom?
@@swmann2 Excuse me?
Lake Lanier sadly still claiming lives. It has such a tragic history…something to research 💔 Condolences to the families of the lives lost
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@@TH-cam_is_full_of_trollsSmh..... A bot is more human than you. I’d say let that sink in but you seem too dense. So we will all appreciate not being you, thanks.
@@TH-cam_is_full_of_trolls Can't handle the truth?
I went to college in Atlanta a long time ago and that lake has been absorbing souls for as long as I can remember if you got plans to go. DONT. haunted.
I wonder why it’s haunted…
Rhetorical question rite?
#Oscarville
@@wherethequietbeingsgoEvil whites violently stole the land from black owners and the ghosts are coming back for souls of the white descendants 🤷🏾♂️
Its a city under that lake. I live here so i know oh to well.🙏🏽
The ancestors have spoken time to drain and reveal the city underneath.
Yes.
It’s gonna keep happening
Stop going to this lake!! It’s built on top of corpses and homes!
Why any goes to lake Lanier given its history is beyond me. The way that lake was constructed was on bad terms.
HINT: its NOT usually a dock with power thats the problem, its the BOATS that are AT the dock that are PLUGGED IN to the dock power outlet; the boats then can have a power leakage INTO the water! ive heard of this before, theres other vids on yt about this, kids swimming near a powered dock. pple shd NEVER go into the water near a powered dock, ever. few boat owners know that their boat leaks power into the water.
That's very true
If your boat is bleeding shore power through your boat electrifying the water around it then that’s just Darwin thinning out the gene pool! Jump in by all means!
I love it when peoples own stupidity gets them hurt or killed! It tells me everything’s working like it should.
@@guybeingaguy perhaps you can tell that to the mother of the kid that was electrocuted while swimming near a dock, the owner of the boat had no idea his boat was leaking electricity into the water, and was devastated, as was the parents of the kid.
Not a boater so I didn't even know this could be a thing. Very weird. Thanks for the info.
Whenever different metals are placed in a conductive liquid, such as salt water, you create a battery. If you connect these pieces of metal together, current will flow. This current, trying to equalize the conductivity of the metals, will be removing metal from one of the metal pieces. This removal is called "electrolysis". If the piece being removed is the zinc in your flashlight battery that is good, but if one of the pieces is your propeller it is bad.
Isn't lake Lanier supposed to be haunted
Are trying to get me out there you know I love a good Scare 😂
Yep black souls
Oscarville
How sad. 😔 R.I.P to this young man. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Them souls under that lake ain’t resting east if y’all care to learn black history. yes god rest they souls
Preach
Dont forget Indigenous history we were here first
Literally any dock has electrical outlets that could over time become broken. RIP dude.
There should have been posted signs. Signs that say "dock has an electric charge, no swimming, or you could be electrocuted." This is a huge liability minefield.
Absolutely 💯
Research this lake. The land was allegedly stolen from black American families.
What a sad loss for that mother. RIP Shepard, sweet young man, a shame. And the other two people who died just doing a wholesome thing, swimming. RIP.
This is something that should never happen. The National Electric Code requires that there be GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection of the circuit feeding power to a boat dock. The instructions for GFCI breakers etc. say they should be tested once a month. Proper grounding and bonding coupled with GFCI protection are required for life safety. If you are not a certified electrician don't try to wire things yourself. Also if you are using an extension cord anywhere outside, make sure it is plugged into a (good working) GFCI receptacle. There is a test button on the GFCI receptacle and breaker, if you press the button and the power does not shut off to the load then get a new one properly installed and test it again. GFCI receptacles have a rest button on them and GFCI breakers require the handle to be pushed fully to the off position and then pushed back to the on position. Test, Test, Test everyone do it now, every boat dock with power, swimming pools, fountains, house, commercial buildings, and industrial buildings should have at least one GFCI protected receptacle/circuit. (Kitchens, bathrooms, exterior receptacles and other locations as required by the National Electric Code and/or local code)
First thing, I thought! I have our pool circuit on a dedicated gfi breaker, and the outlets (only two) are gfi also! The electrician, said the only downside, to my ,belt and suspenders aproach, was troubleshooting, in the event of a problem, but with only two outlets to isolate, not that big of a deal. Side note, last year, testing one of the outlets, the outlet was on, but it could not be tripped by the reset. Now, that's on my pool start up sheet.
This is what I did not understand. Since when can you not go in the water near boat docks...??? I've never heard of this! It must have been configured incorrectly, right??
@@deprofundis3293 It could have been wired incorrectly, but the article said, it was installed by a licensed electrician, but more likely, the GFI circuit, was not working. If a GFI circuit is working, and the person, makes contact, with current, and ground, the circuit shuts off in mili seconds, if it not working, the person, becomes part of the circuit. The faulty GFI outlet, that I wrote about in my situation, was not working, and could have resulted in a shock, that's why I test, my outdoor GFI's on pool startup.
Okay, appears to be a rare (tragic) event but begs many questions, such as, "If the electrocutions are the result of electrical system deficiencies at the dock, what is the "fatal zone" surrounding the dock where swimming should be avoided?" I doubt the entire lake was electrically charged to a degree where it was life-threatening to enter the water.
A company needs to make a duel purpose dock for swimming and boats that is equipped with a electric current detector for water.
water is not as great a conductor as people think. it can move through it though, generally taking easiest way to ground through the water
It would ground directly beneath the point of contact between the cable and the water(path of least resistance.) While water, itself isn’t a great conductor, a lake is because of the infinite impurities. As for lethal radius it should theoretically make an electromagnetic field with a radius directly proportional to the amperage of the current and the distance between the current and the ground.
@@ethak23 it would depend if that point is deeper or if there's somewhere adjacent that's a shorter distance. And as water's always moving so with the current it wouldn't be a straight line but rather a jagged line similar to lightning I would guess
@@ethak23 if someone peed next to the dock and had alot of sodium in the pee ,would that affect the path thru the water into the ground? I watched this video today called "where does grounded electricity actually go", where they do an interesting experiment with ground and sodium.
This is a haunted lake. Avoid.
Condolences to his family and friends, so very sad.
Well we know that a whole community is under water along with the inhabitants. Maybe people need to stay away from there and respect the dead.
Deuteronomy 32:35
“To me belongeth vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide in due time: for the day of their calamity is at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste.”
Preach 🙏🙌🙏🙏🙏
Correct.
Looks like GA needs to update some regulations on how electrical items are installed, the likelihood of a failure, and possible determine how to notify swimmers of amperage readings in the lake or this will keep happening.
Same thing happened to a young lady 3-4 yrs ago.
This is shocking.
@@daryllect6659🙄
@@deborahwhit118 I'm positive that the things that are currently happening switch from bad to worse, and it generates negative
That is unfortunate.
Nothing faulty, just my ancestors, keep swimming there if you all want too!
They had ELECTRIC DOCKS ⁉️ I never heard of a electric dock before 😬
I smell some Ozarks going on there, where is Ruth, she's good at this.
Ohhhh I'm so sorry for your loss God bless you all! 🙏
My God 😢I pray you wrap your arms around him and his family
RIP. Soo sorry for the family.
Ok then how do you avoid this?? It's not like one can never go in the water near their boat or near a dock. I live in an area with many lakes. Everyone does this. So WHEN exactly is it dangerous?? And where?
I watched a documentary about two women going to the bar somewhere in Georgia on their way back they crashed into the lake it's been dubbed "lady of the lake" ever since
Just like Ozark...
Someone was cutting corners...so sad ..the guy interviewed sounds like a jerk
This why Gfci protection is required on all docks now
I wouldn't rely on those things, I've been shocked by GFCI circuits (yes they tested good before and after). Should never swim at a dock that has shore power.
@@sylviaisgod6947more space for me then. Stay on land and watch me having fun.😂😂😂
Condolences to the Family...but WHY ANYONE would decide to swim in a Lake that literally sits over 20 plus grave sites of a town (Oscarville) that was completely flooded for "recreational" use is beyond me.
The souls who lost their lives own that lake.
No different from what happened in Tulsa, OK - Black Wallstreet.
Exactly. Condolences to the family though.
But many people swim there and don't die sooo... You're a clown
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Recreational as in hydroelectric power and a water reservoir?
Thank you!
I think electricity should be permanently banned from docks
So sorry Deepest Condolences
That guy talking could care less, if he is responsible for the dock should be sued.
That's so HORRIBLE I'm so sorry for your great loss, such a gorgeous young man and so full of life, ❤❤❤🙏GOD HEAL YOUR HEARTS AND COMFORT YOUR SOULS 🙏❤❤❤
Was it horrible what they did to the people of Lanier. Then flooded the town. All the death surrounding thatlake is for a reason. Know your history Karmas a B
Poor kid . Thoughts for his family 😞
As a licensed electrician that dock should have had ground fault circuit interruption, That could have been the problem but i am just speculating, So sorry for the family.
Heartbreaking!! 💔
Stay out of that lake
Dock manager is literally blaming them for using their boat like a normal human.
The gaslighting is unreal
I've been boating all my life, and some of my hard and fast rules are: Never, ever swim in a marina, never swim off a dock that has shore power connected to it, and never swim around a boat that has an engine running. But still, I agree, shouldn't blame these swimmers.
@@sylviaisgod6947Ok then how do you avoid this?? It's not like one can never go in the water near their boat. Everyone does. So WHEN exactly is it dangerous??
@@deprofundis3293 I already explained this. Try reading it again.
That’s cause the entire city under water
Rich people care more about their boats than lives. He admitted he doesn’t always check his docks.
"He" was the lake official. Follow the story skippy.
@@glennr9913 Who openly admitted on air he neglects his task. We know who to charge.
@@Nuttyirishman85 As I said, he isn't the owner.
The inspector needs the homeowners approval to check the dock. The inspection is voluntary and there’s a fee attached. There’s no formal requirement for inspection. Until that changes docks will continue to fall into disrepair and create hazards
@@drdrew3 Then the homeowner should be charge with negligent homicide.
Very sad. The supply line to the dock should of had a GFCI at the panel.
I live on a lake, and have a dock with electricity from the house. If you have some kind of multi meter, you can put one probe on a metal post on the dock, and put the other in the water. It will tell you if there is any voltage in the water. Should be zero. I have noticed that Hydro Hoist has gone to a different standard boat lift pump that is mounted vertically on a metal dock post, instead of the floor of the dock. They have to put some kind of isolator behind the mount to separate the pump from the metal post. Like a piece of trex decking or a piece of wood. Attach the pump to the isolator on the metal post, and problem solved. Anyone who lives on the water should be aware of this danger. Sadly, money doesn't buy brains. But you can rent them from a pro...
This lake aka the land belongs to the ancestors. The ghosts of this past town keep showing folks to stay away .
Check license validity. If somebody they are a doctor don’t take it for granted.
They know why this is happening smfh wow 😢
Even if it's wired right, animals do all sort of damage to their areas.. you never know...
I can’t believe you blame this on the animals and not people’s ignorance towards history. Funny.
@@wherethequietbeingsgo Well, we've had squirrels tear up our cable tv wires.. raccoons tearing up the house. In that area, it'd be something I'd keep an eye on.
That lake is full of bad bad spirits
They warned us in a Power Squadron boating safety course that this can happen and not to let your kids or anyone swim around docks. When I see boat leave their slips I often see the electrical wire left on the dock. If that falls in, whoever is in the water nearby will be electrocuted. Make sure to disconnect the electrical wire at the source, not just from the boat.
This lake is cursed. Please don't enter. Unless you have a death wish 💔🙏💔
Rightfully so. People have no respect for the dead.
Docks are not for funiture and hanging out on? I get what dude was saying but he is wrong. Docks are commonly used like this, have been and will continue to be.
Cursed lake stay away
My deepest condolences
This guy isn’t the sharpest tool. Not for lawn chairs or swimming? Buddy, anything in or around that lake must be considered exactly that. “Codes” are for that very reason. Anything in use or not that electrifies the water and also doesn’t throw a breaker to cut power is a no go. Someone is gonna have some real bad legal days ahead.
I was shocked in that lake in the 90's.
That's them black people they forced out and flooded that town God working his way around
Prayers for the family 😢
Why? Pray for what? This was all part of "god's plan", right? RIGHT??
So I’m gathering the local electrical code does NOT require GFIC in these installs?
Why are people still going there?
At marinas, it is common for stray electricity to enter the water. The most common fault is the boat itself which is the direct conduit for electricity to the water
Ok then how do you avoid this?? It's not like one can never go in the water near their boat. Everyone does. So WHEN exactly is it dangerous?? Just when the boat is turned on? Or...?
SMH THE LAKE IS CURRRRSSSEEEDDDDD!!!! Why don’t people get that????
Is this in the OZARKS?
Ban amperage over 30 milliamps NOW! Ban over 30 inches of water NOW! Take all water and electricity away from everyone who had nothing to do with this.
Such a tragedy!
The ancestors are getting their revenue.
Human behaviour KILLS,,,,
Restless ghosts want justice ✊🏿✊🏿
why is this even happening... no one speaks?
Dry Bone of the Ancestors. You know what you did and when you did it.
Caine what DID YOU DO?
My condolences to the Milner family for their loss. 🙏🏻
It is sad...extremely sad. 😮💨
Man made death trap 💀.
This lake is far too dangerous to go swimming.
Umm no mam that’s the ancestors getting revenge for stolen land and murder!
The hardware gets loose in the circuit breaker box. The dock operators are 💯 percent responsible
What’s odd is they filmed Ozark here, and electrocution on a dock was a big plot point.
Oddly dry soil negates the ability to ground properly.
I guess they never heard of GFCI in Georgia.
I’m a fan of Ozark myself, but this is taking it too far.
So so sad
that is one creepy dude
Cursed lake #oscarville
I heard 200 people died in that same lake from the past to present.... We don't know if there's electric eels in there.
Sad so sad
More money..more problems. Who would've thought the purchase of a lake home & a newly built dock would lead to the death of their son.
Settle down
It's really sad. I can't imagine the sorrow they're going through.
Pay bk fa my ancestors
Anything faulty?????
I've been on boat docks all my life..... SOMETHING IS FAULTY
The lake had a deep and sad history. You could start there if you are a truth seeker.
Time to sue!
Yep
The 'professional' explanation in this video is extremely bad. You can't just put normal electrical lines in the water; they have to be ground-faulted (like subwater lights in a swimming pool). This was a private dock owned by the family of the man that was killed. If they just ran a normal line from their house to the dock without the ground-fault, that would be illegal... and they would be responsible for thier own son's death.
His mother said the dock was only 3 years old and that they hired a licensed electrician to wire the boat lift. Not sure why you'd say they are responsible for their son's death. You should have listened before replying.
"we try to check the docks for electricity every 5 years, but you know like whatever, these docks are not made to be diving off of". Uh Say What? All deflections and zero accountability.
Listen, we locals don't swim here. The chicken plants in gainesville dump waste in the lake. Whether you believe the curse or not, the lake is disgusting and filthy. Rest in peace to this poor man and everyone else that has lost their lives. If any one reading this has had an inkling to visit this lake when visiting Georgia, just don't. This lake is not worth it. Visit Lake Rabun or Lake Burton. I'd say Lake Seed, but I found a body in there when I was a child, so do what you will with that information.
This sort of thing is exactly why you're never supposed to swim in docks.
Its very important to note, the fault doesn't have to be within the dock wiring, it can also be within a boat that has been wired either incorrectly or not maintained correctly.
Boating comes with a lot of responsibility, far too many folks seem to think that you buy a boat and just go Boating!!!
This could not be farther from the truth! A Boating safety course is a good start, but is only covering the most basic aspects of the subject.
There are many books on the subject, and put away pride and ask experienced boaters for advice!!!
You will know them when you see them, they make it all LOOK easy, and perform the more difficult operations without drama!
Safe and happy boating!!!