2 boys found dead after swimming in lake
Oklahoma City first responders rescued two of four boys who went swimming in a lake near a dam and got caught in turbulent water. Two boys were found dead following a search of an Oklahoma City lake located near a dam after they and two other boys were caught in the turbulent waters while swimming , local fire officials said. Rescuers search for two boys swept away by strong currents on July 10, 2023, when the dam gates opened at Lake Overholser, in Oklahoma City. KOCO Firefighters deployed boats after receiving a call around 5:30 p.m. Monday about boys in need of rescue near the back side of Lake Overholser’s dam, according to the Oklahoma City Fire Department. MORE: July has the highest number of drowning deaths. Here's how to prevent them Two boys were found trapped on a concrete ledge that connects to the backside of the dam, fire officials said. The boys said they were fishing with two younger boys when they decided to enter the water, according to the fire department. Peopl...