Region sees increase in drownings, data shows
Boat traffic occurs on Lake Coeur d'Alene on Friday.
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Lakes and rivers in Kootenai and Spokane counties have seen a rise in drownings.
According to data gleaned from water rescue teams in Spokane and Kootenai counties, fatal drownings increased from six in 2025 to 11 so far in 2026. Of those drownings, nine bodies were recovered and two are still missing.
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