July 4 holiday watercraft ban starts Wednesday on Lake Austin

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Starting at sunset Wednesday, no watercraft will be allowed on Lake Austin. The city's annual ordinance will lift Friday at sunrise.

The ban applies to personal watercrafts, wet bikes, motorized surfboards and similar devices. Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are allowed.

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Austin Police Department's Lake Patrol Unit will enforce the ordinance, according to the city. If a boat...