3 dead and others rescued after boat capsizes on Wisconsin lake amid storms

Three people died and seven others were rescued after a boat capsized on a Wisconsin lake during a strong storm. Many injuries were reported Friday in Wisconsin’s Walworth County as the storm toppled trees, knocked down power lines, and damaged buildings. Police are investigating the capsizing on Lake Geneva. The mayor declared an emergency and noted power outages and minor injuries. County authorities received 911 calls reporting damage and people trapped in buildings. The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the area, forecasting heavy rain and lingering showers into Independence Day. The post 3 dead and others rescued after boat capsizes on Wisconsin lake amid storms first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News .