Lakes are among the most popular summer destinations in the United States. Every year, Americans head to their shores for swimming, boating, fishing, and other water sports. Many choose lakes over oceans for their perceived calmness, smaller size, and family-friendly atmosphere, but not all lakes are equally safe. Certain lakes pose hidden risks that catch visitors off guard.

Lake Superior is among the lakes that are considered dangerous. Spanning 31,700 square miles between Ontario (Canada) and Minnesota (USA), it is the largest of the five Great Lakes and one of the largest freshwater lakes in the world. While it doesn't compare in size to the Atlantic or Pacific oceans, it's still massive enough to create ocean-like conditions, including unpredictable weather and powerful waves that

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