Second Child Dies Days After Rowboat Capsizes On Orlando Lake

ORLANDO, FL — A second child has died more than 10 days after a rowing club’s boat capsized on an Orlando lake when lightning struck the area where they were practicing, according to North Orlando Rowing.

"It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of a second rower involved in last Thursday’s weather-related tragedy," the organization said Saturday night on Facebook. "The NOR community is devastated and continues to focus on supporting our affected families and our entire NOR team during this difficult time."

The incident occurred Sept. 15 just before 6 p.m. as a group of middle schoolers practiced near North Orlando Rowing Complex on Lake Fairview. Three children were returned to their parents and one was taken to the hospital for treatment, authorities said.

The body of the missing child was found the next day, police said.

The identities of the two students who died have not been released.

North Orlando Rowing said the group is cooperating with officials during the investigation.

"Until the investigation is complete, we are unable to provide further comment," the group said. "We are beyond grateful for the outpouring of love and concern from around the world."

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