Three children die after boat capsizes on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin

Three children died after a recreational motor boat capsized on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin on Friday afternoon. The boat carried 10 passengers, including four children, when an intense storm struck and the vessel sank while attempting to reach safety.

First responders recovered one child and six adults. The three missing children were later found and pronounced dead after life-saving measures were administered. All four children on board were wearing lifejackets at the time.

Storm damage across area Lake Geneva police said the incident occurred as weather conditions deteriorated rapidly. Officials urged boaters to monitor forecasts and seek shelter immediately when storms approach. The same storm toppled trees and power lines, damaging buildings throughout the Lake Geneva area.

One person sustained minor injuries after being struck by a fallen tree. Deputies faced delays reaching some 911 calls because of debris blocking roads. Lake Geneva officials declared a state of emergency due to the storm conditions. Police said victim identities would not be released while the investigation continues.