WRIGHT CO., Minn. (FOX 9) - A fishing boat with three men onboard overturned in the Mississippi River prompted an emergency rescue that ultimately left one man dead.

Wright County fishing boat rescue

What we know:

Around 10:32 a.m., the Wright County Sheriff’s Office says it was alerted to a capsized boat on the Mississippi River near the Xcel Energy plant.

Arriving deputies learned that three adults were in the water — two were successfully taken to shore, while one was located unresponsive.

All people involved are believed to be accounted for, authorities say.

An active death investigation is being conducted by the Wright County Sheriff’s Office.

What we don't know:

Authorities have not provided any details on the circumstances leading to the boat overturning.

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