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A tubing accident on Bear Lake is renewing calls for water safety awareness as Utah families head to the lake this summer. Now, locals are wondering whether too many people recreating there is safe.

• What happened: On July 11, a mother of three was swept under a boat and struck by a propeller. Bystanders acted quickly, applying tourniquets before help arrived and ultimately saving her life. She underwent immediate surgery and lost both legs. Investigation results have not been released. [FOX 13]
• Weeks later, still recovering: The woman, in her mid-30s, remains hospitalized after undergoing multiple surgeries. Friends and family have created a GoFundMe to cover ongoing medical costs for rehabilitation, therapy, and prosthetic limbs. [GoFundMe]
• Is Bear Lake getting too crowded for its own good? The sheriff's office said several other emergency calls came in around the same time as the accident. The situation is prompting broader conversations about whether increased tourism is creating safety concerns. Two other people have already died at the lake this summer. [Salt Lake Tribune]
• What officials want you to know: Check weather conditions, carry proper safety equipment, including a life jacket (even if you're a strong swimmer), and make a plan before leaving shore. If you're heading onto the water, tell someone your route and expected return time. [Utah Public Radio]

Surpassing Another Heat MilestonePrepare for another week of scorching weather, and make sure you've got that sunscreen on tap, because even the overnight lows are breaking records. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

ICE Expands Flights Through St. GeorgeU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has added a second Utah airport to its network, with 28 flights passing through St. George between April and June. Activists in Southern Utah hope to start tracking flights the way Salt Lake organizers do, helping families locate detained loved ones faster. [KUER]

Help Locate a Missing PeacockSOS — can you help this Salt Lake Redditor find his missing peacock? T-Bird went missing last Wednesday near the Summum Pyramid, and his owners are worried about him in this heat. If you spot him, call 801-355-0137. [Reddit]

Traffic Closures AheadPlan ahead if you're headed to Salt Lake City International Airport anytime soon: The I-215 construction project will force weeks-long closures of multiple exits and off-ramps. Expect delays starting at 8 p.m. today, with some reopenings around Labor Day. [FOX 13]