June 17, 2023 - Fresno County Sheriff's Office officials report that at 8:15 p.m. on Friday, a report was made of a boat striking a log in the water.  Several people on board were thrown around.  One passenger hit her head on the boat, knocking her unconscious.  Deputies were on patrol at the lake.  They responded and performed CPR, but the woman did not survive.

Deputies are now conducting an investigation by interviewing people involved and searching the water for the log.  We are impounding the boat for further examination.

The Sheriff's Office reminds boaters to be aware of floating debris in all waterways right now. Have someone serve as a lookout for hazards.  Boaters must travel at 5 mph or less after sunset.

Source & photo: Fresno County Sheriff's Office