Park ranger dies during rescue attempt at Namakan Lake in Voyageurs National Park on October 6.

A park ranger died on October 6 during a rescue attempt at Namakan Lake in Voyageurs National Park. While towing a stranded family's boat amid high winds and rough waters, the ranger's vessel capsized, throwing all four into the water. The family swam to safety, but the ranger was initially unaccounted for. After a three-hour search, his body was recovered. The incident is under investigation, with assistance from local law enforcement and rescue teams.

October 07, 2024
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