5 people killed after tourist hovercraft suddenly capsizes in frigid Siberia waters
A hovercraft capsized in Lake Baikal, resulting in the deaths of five people during a tourist outing. Thirteen survivors were rescued, including a child, while investigations are underway to determine the cause of the incident. Concerns have been raised regarding the hovercraft's stability and potential overcrowding at the time of the accident.
- ▪The hovercraft was carrying 18 people when it overturned in frigid waters.
- ▪Emergency officials confirmed that five individuals were pronounced dead at the scene.
- ▪Investigators are looking into whether overcrowding and unstable ice contributed to the tragedy.
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World News 5 people killed after tourist hovercraft suddenly capsizes in frigid Siberia waters By Jessica Mekles , Fox News Published May 20, 2026, 10:30 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Originally Published by: Six Flags guests stranded 245 feet in air after power outage forces coaster evacuation US issues urgent travel warning as deadly Ebola outbreak spreads overseas Cruise ship outbreaks fail to scare off travelers ahead of busy summer season A tourist outing on the frozen edges of Siberia’s Lake Baikal ended in tragedy Tuesday after a hovercraft carrying travelers overturned in frigid waters — leaving five people dead and sparking a large-scale rescue effort, according to Russia’s Ministry of Emergency Situations and as cited by…
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