A devastating boating accident on Lake Tahoe has left six people dead and two others missing. The incident unfolded on Saturday afternoon, June 21st, 2025, when a 27-foot boat capsized near D.L. Bliss State Park due to unexpectedly large swells that arose during a sudden afternoon storm. The U.S. Coast Guard, along with several other agencies including the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office, California State Parks, and the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, responded immediately to the scene.
The Coast Guard reported that the capsizing occurred around 3 p.m., shortly after a storm system moved into the area. Local ALERTCalifornia cameras captured the dramatic shift from blue skies to a snowy squall in a short period. The storm appears to have been a significant factor in the tragic event, catching boaters off guard. In addition to the fatalities, two people were rescued and taken to the hospital, while the search continues for two others still missing.
The affected area, D.L. Bliss State Park, is approximately 10 miles northwest of South Lake Tahoe and is situated just north of the picturesque Emerald Bay. This is a popular recreational area, making the news of this accident all the more shocking and heartbreaking for the community. The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the full circumstances that led to this tragedy.
This is a developing story, and we will continue to update this post as more information becomes available. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of those affected by this devastating loss.
