Wisconsin Storm Boat Tragedy
Three children died as a boat capsized on Geneva Lake during severe storms.
July 4, 2026 · Updated Jul 4, 12:04pm ET
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What happened
Three children died after a privately owned recreational boat capsized on Geneva Lake in southern Wisconsin during a severe storm Friday, authorities said. The boat was carrying six adults and four children when sudden dangerous conditions hit, and it sank while the operator tried to get to safety. Seven people were rescued, and officials reported multiple injuries connected to the storm. In Walworth County, the same storm uprooted trees, knocked down power lines and damaged buildings, according to local officials.
