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19-Year-Old Dead After Falling Into Fast-Moving River Near Hope, B.C.

A 19-year-old man fell from the area close to the Othello Tunnels in Hope, B.C., into the Coquihalla River on Saturday evening and is believed to have drowned.
The fall occurred in fast-flowing water, and emergency responders launched a search involving police dogs, firefighters, paramedics, and a drone, but could not locate him.
A person assisting in the search became trapped and was rescued by raft, while police suspect the man's body remains submerged due to strong currents.
RCMP report that recovery efforts by the Underwater Recovery Team have been postponed because of steep terrain and hazardous water conditions, and the Othello Tunnels remain closed until further notice.
The incident highlights ongoing drowning risks in B.C., with Lifesaving Society's executive director calling it a reminder of water dangers as drownings peak between May and September.

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