Four Drownings in Minnesota Lakes | Minneapolis News

Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

Fourth of July in Minnesota turned deadly as at least four people lost their lives or were hospitalized in open water drownings — including two in the metro and one at Movil Lake — with officials warning that natural bodies of water hide deadly surprises like sudden depth changes, cold shock, and hidden currents. A teen hospitalized at Minnehaha Falls and a man recovered after nearly three hours at Lake Ann underscore the peril: don’t underestimate the power of rivers and lakes — know your limits, stay alert, and safety isn’t optional this summer. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…