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Hobe Sound Today
By the People, for the People
Child Injured in Hobe Sound Golf Cart Accident
Young child airlifted to hospital after falling from moving golf cart
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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A young child was seriously injured after falling from a moving golf cart in Hobe Sound, Florida on Sunday morning. Martin County Fire Rescue responded to the incident around 8 a.m. on the 200 block of Gomez Road and airlifted the child to a local hospital with serious injuries. As of Sunday afternoon, the child's condition was not known.
Why it matters
Golf cart accidents involving children are a serious public safety concern, especially in residential areas and communities with a high volume of golf cart usage. This incident highlights the need for increased safety measures and supervision to prevent such accidents from occurring.
The details
According to the report, Martin County Fire Rescue received a call around 8 a.m. on Sunday about a child who had fallen from a moving golf cart in the 200 block of Gomez Road in Hobe Sound. When emergency crews arrived, they provided aid to the young child and then airlifted them to a local hospital with serious injuries. The details around how the child fell from the moving golf cart are unclear.
- The incident occurred on Sunday, February 15, 2026 around 8 a.m.
The players
Martin County Fire Rescue
The fire and emergency medical services department that responded to the incident and airlifted the injured child to the hospital.
What’s next
Authorities are investigating the circumstances around the incident to determine the cause and whether any safety protocols were violated.
The takeaway
This tragic accident underscores the importance of proper supervision and safety measures when operating golf carts, especially when children are present. Community leaders may need to consider additional safety regulations or public awareness campaigns to prevent similar incidents in the future.
