TWO people are missing after a boat capsized on a lake.
Three people were safely rescued and two others have been taken to hospital.
Police said searches were ongoing at Roadford Lake near Okehampton, Devon.
Coastguard, fire, ambulance and air ambulance crews were also at the scene, with support from the Coastguard helicopter.
All passengers on the boat are believed to be adult and local.
The 1.9 square mile lake has been a reservoir since 1989 and supplies water to Plymouth and other parts of south Devon, according to Visit Dartmoor.
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It is often used by people kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and sailing.
A Devon & Cornwall Police spokesperson said: “Three people were safely recovered from the water and have been checked over and discharged by paramedics at the scene.
“Two people have been recovered and taken to Derriford Hospital for treatment. Their conditions are not confirmed.
“A further two people remain missing at this time and searches are ongoing. Next-of-kin have been informed.
“Those travelling in the group were all adults and believed to all be local to Devon.
“The boat is being secured and the scene is being managed by police.
“A road closure has been put in place at the activity centre to allow access for the relevant services.”
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A Maritime and Coastguard Agency spokesman said: “HM Coastguard assisted emergency services partners at an incident at Roadford Lake, Devon, this afternoon (Wednesday 8th June).
“The HM Coastguard helicopter from Newquay was sent.”
