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3 dead and others rescued after boat capsizes on Wisconsin lake amid storms
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· July 4, 2026
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Key points The storm caused significant damage in Wisconsin's Walworth County. A tragic incident occurred on Geneva Lake in southern Wisconsin.
A tragic incident occurred on Geneva Lake in southern Wisconsin. A boat capsized, resulting in the deaths of three people. Seven others were rescued from the water. The incident happened as a strong storm passed through the area.
The storm caused significant damage in Wisconsin's Walworth County. Trees were toppled, power lines were knocked down, and buildings were damaged. Many injuries were reported in the county.
Further details about the incident and the storm's impact are available from local Wisconsin officials and news sources, including an official named Tom Hausner.
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Category: local Published: July 4, 2026 Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) Reading time: 1 min
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