3 dead and others rescued after boat capsizes on Wisconsin lake
Summary
A strong storm in southern Wisconsin caused a boat to capsize on Geneva Lake, killing three people and rescuing seven others. The storm also caused damage in Walworth County, including downed trees, power line outages, and injuries.Key Facts
- Three people died when a boat capsized on Geneva Lake during a storm.
- Seven people were rescued from the same boat incident.
- The storm toppled trees, knocked down power lines, and damaged buildings in Walworth County.
- Authorities received many 911 calls about damage and people trapped inside buildings.
- Emergency crews faced delays due to blocked roads from fallen trees and power lines.
- Lake Geneva Mayor declared a state of emergency and reported power outages and injuries.
- Police and sheriff’s deputies investigated and asked for help from nearby counties and the Department of Natural Resources.
- The National Weather Service warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms continuing through the weekend.
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