Boat explodes on the river and a peaceful vacation walk turns into a desperate rescue

Boat explodes on the river and a peaceful vacation walk turns into a desperate rescue

Survival called 'a miracle' as victims suffer injuries in boat disaster

Josh Hobbs, 35, and Hannah Lloyd-Hobbs, 34, jumped into the river to rescue four children and two adults, including an 18-month-old baby. (Josh Hobbs & Hannah Lloyd-Hobbs / SWNS)

When the boat went up in flames, Hannah initially thought it was a confetti cannon, but Josh suspected a gas barbecue or hob had exploded. (Josh Hobbs & Hannah Lloyd-Hobbs / SWNS)

Police confirmed that five adults and four children, aged 18 months to seven years, ended up in the water after the explosion on the boat. (Josh Hobbs & Hannah Lloyd-Hobbs / SWNS)