A storm caused a tragic accident in Lake Tahoe, resulting in the capsizing of a boat with ten individuals aboard. As of Sunday morning, six people have been confirmed dead, two hospitalized, and two remain missing. Agencies including the U.S. Coast Guard responded to the incident, highlighting the extreme weather conditions, such as thirty-knot winds and eight-foot swells, that likely led to the accident. Rescue teams continue their efforts to locate the missing individuals while the identities of the deceased are withheld pending notification of next-of-kin.
At least six people are dead after a storm swept through Lake Tahoe, capsizing a boat carrying 10 people, the U.S. Coast Guard said.
Thirty-knot winds and up to 8-foot swells were roiling the lake, and Coast Guard officials said 'a large swell' was responsible for the boat capsizing.
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