Boaters and kayakers on Lake Arlington are being urged to proceed with extra caution, particularly around the dam and spillway areas. The warning comes following the storm-induced dislodgement of a buoy system meant to mark off the potentially hazardous "morning glory" spillway. With water levels currently elevated, those frequenting the lake have been advised to steer clear of these locales to ensure their safety.

Arlington Parks and Recreation posted an alert on their Facebook page, informing the public that due to the broken buoy system during recent storms, a makeshift measure will be installed. This temporary buoy is set to remain "until such time as a new permanent system can be installed," once the high water levels diminish and allow for the installation. The update was given with a sense of urgent immediacy, signaling that while nature offers no timetable, the response from officials came posthaste.

For those looking to get updates on the situation, the Arlington Water Utilities can be reached at 817-275-5931, while questions about the parks themselves can be directed to Arlington Parks and Recreation at 817-459-5474. The spoken commitment from these entities, to ensure that the area remains a place of leisure free from the peril of untoward incidents, echoes throughout their advisories.