Colorado River inner tube ride takes tragic turn for woman

Published
June 22, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
California
Colorado River just north of Needles Bridge
Incident type
Boating

Summary

Boating Accident California Today in California: A woman was floating down the Colorado River on an inner tube just north of Needles Bridge in San Bernardino County when she was struck by a boat, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. The Sheriff's Marine Enforcement Unit responded to reports of a major-injury boating collision and located the victim, who sustained major injuries. Paramedics treated the woman at the scene before she was airlifted to a trauma center in Las Vegas for advanced medical care. The circumstances surrounding the crash are under active investigation.

Original reporting

Colorado River inner tube ride takes tragic turn for woman | KTLA

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