A storm impacted southern Wisconsin on July 4, resulting in the capsizing of a boat on Geneva Lake and the deaths of three individuals. The storm began around 12:10 p.m. and led to multiple 911 calls regarding people in distress in the water. Local authorities, including the City of Lake Geneva police and the Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency, rescued seven individuals, but three were confirmed deceased by Walworth County Undersheriff Tom Hausner. The identities of the victims have not been released, though reports indicate they were children. The incident is under investigation by local law enforcement and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The storm caused significant damage, including downed power lines and injuries, leading to hospitals in the area enacting diversions due to patient overflow. An emergency declaration was issued by Lake Geneva Mayor Todd Krause shortly after the storm began.
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Three fatalities reported after boat capsizes during storm in Wisconsin
A storm in southern Wisconsin on July 4 caused a boat to capsize on Geneva Lake, resulting in three fatalities. Local authorities rescued seven individuals, but the victims, reported to be children, could not be saved. The incident is under investigation, and the storm caused widespread damage and injuries in the area.
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Three dead, 7 rescued in boating tragedy as severe holiday weekend storm ravages Wisconsin tourist hot spot
Three fatalities reported after boat capsizes during storm in Wisconsin