In a shocking turn of events, a peaceful celebration turned into a splashy disaster at the Sapelo Island Gullah-Geechee Festival, as a dock designed for leisure activities became an unintentional water ride. Witnesses reported that guests were enjoying a beautiful day by the Atlantic, indulging in traditional Gullah cuisine, when the excitement escalated far beyond just food and festivity. Local authorities confirmed that the dock, which was apparently built from a mix of optimism and questionable lumber choices, hosted an enthusiastic crowd gathered to admire the ocean views and engage in spirited conversation. Many were caught off guard as the gangway, heavily populated with festival-goers, experienced a collective existential crisis – deciding that enough was enough and opting for a spontaneous plunge into the salty abyss, leading to an impromptu "dive-in." Festival-goer Harold Splashington noted, "I thought I was just going to enjoy some shrimp and grits, but suddenly I was part of a live-action version of ‘Survivor.' Who knew my socializing would result in synchronized swimming lessons?" While the Coast Guard deployed boats to rescue the unsuspecting swimmers, local seagulls were apparently taking advantage of the unexpected seafood buffet, diving in with as much enthusiasm as the partygoers. Coast Guard personnel reported that the gulls seemed particularly enthusiastic about the "coastal delicacies" floating atop the waves. Authorities assure the public that a full investigation will be launched, aiming to determine whether the dock’s structural integrity was compromised by years of neglect, poor design choices, or perhaps, just too many people trying to take the "best Instagram photo ever." Insiders hint that the findings could lead to a new safety initiative—"The Gullah-Geechee Sea Legs Program," which will educate future festival-goers on the importance of maintaining a balanced diet, both on plate and dock. As for the festival, organizers are now considering a new attraction for next year: “Dock Diving 101,” along with obligatory safety lessons involving life vests and floatation devices, all while celebrating community spirit from a safe distance—preferably on solid ground.