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Lake Tahoe Drowning Deaths Due to Cold Water Shock NOT Hypothermia

People die in Lake Tahoe’s waters every year. Cold water shock is one of the most common causes of death in the lake. Becoming quickly immersed in cold water can cause an involuntary gasp, difficulty breathing, rapid breathing or muscle failure, all of which can lead to drowning. Authorities urge lake users to wear live jackets, even if they don’t […]

Roger Romani | August 6, 2018
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