Tragic Paddleboarding Incident on Ely Lake | Duluth News

A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded on Ely Lake Tuesday night when a 43-year-old man paddleboarding with his daughter fell into the water and died despite CPR efforts by his daughter and neighbors. Neither wore life vests — a sobering reminder of how quickly water can turn deadly. Authorities are investigating the cause, withholding the man’s name until family is notified. This is a chilling call to prioritize safety on the water — always wear a life vest and stay vigilant, even on calm days. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0fb049d61ec346a5