'The water was just screaming' - Eight dead in Lake Tahoe after boats capsize
Published: 6/24/2025

A tragic accident at Lake Tahoe resulted in the death of eight people after multiple boats capsized due to sudden severe weather conditions, including strong winds and 8ft swells. One boat, carrying tourists, was among those that capsized during the storm. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as boats collided, were ripped from their anchors, and smashed onto the shore. Rescue efforts were hampered by the dangerous conditions, with heroic attempts made to help passengers off the water.