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Pontoon Boat Capsizes on Lake Powell, Leaving 3 Dead and Several Injured

A 72-year-old woman and two 4-year-old boys were killed when their boat overturned, with multiple survivors in critical condition.

  • The incident occurred on Friday afternoon near Navajo Canyon in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
  • The boat was being towed when it hit waves, causing it to flip and trap some passengers underneath.
  • Emergency services, including Glen Canyon Rangers and Page Fire Department, responded quickly to the scene.
  • Two survivors were airlifted to hospitals, including a 7-year-old girl in a medically induced coma.
  • Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, with condolences expressed to the families involved.
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