US EditionOregon Authorities Confirm Second Death in Fatal Waterfall Accident
DESCHUTES COUNTY, OREGON, JUL 21 – Two females died after going over the dangerous 15-foot Dillon Falls rapid; three were rescued and search continues for one missing male, officials said.
- On July 19, six people floated the Deschutes River near Bend and were swept over the 15-foot Dillon Falls, resulting in one death and three rescues with minor injuries.
- The group failed to leave the river at the designated exit point near Dillon Falls, resulting in them going over the dangerous waterfall, and authorities are still investigating the circumstances that led to them being swept over.
- Over the past two days, search and rescue efforts along the river corridor between Dillon Falls and Aspen Day Use Areas have involved the deployment of watercraft, aerial drones, specialized swift water rescue personnel, canine teams, and divers.
- On July 21, a second female victim's body was discovered below the falls, while one male from the group remains missing; meanwhile, three survivors were taken by ambulance to a local hospital in Bend.
- The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office expressed sympathy for the victims' families and committed to thoroughly pursuing every option as the search and investigation continue into the fatal incident west of Bend.
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