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Harris County officials warn families as e-bike, e-scooter injuries surge
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· August 5, 2026
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As students head back to school, Harris County medical experts and first responders are warning parents about a sharp increase in injuries involving e-bikes, e-scooters and electric motorcycles. Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school student...
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Key points Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school student... As students head back to school, Harris County medical experts and first responders are warning parents about a sharp increase in injuries involving e-bikes, e-scooters and electric motorcycles. More schools Today’s briefing Local events
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What is this story about? As students head back to school, Harris County medical experts and first responders are warning parents about a sharp increase in injuries involving e-bikes, e-scooters and electric motorcycles. Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school student...
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