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Local

Parents can take simple steps to prevent drownings this summer

By Kristine Kim
June 30, 2021 12:00 AM
According to the Salt Lake Tribune, three people drowned in Utah reservoirs on June 20. Two of the adults who drowned were swimming without life jackets. Another 37-year-old man drowned in Pineview Reservoir while trying to retrieve his son. On June 27, a 25-year-old man jumped into Pineview Reservoir to help his brother. He was airlifted to a local hospital and was in critical condition as of June 27, the date the article was published.
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Featured

Utah swimming lesson programs help kids become water-safe

By Ciera Kueser
January 09, 2019 12:00 AM
A Utah Aquatics Academy swimmer floats on his back in the 'survival float' position. (Alliesha Reber)
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Metro

High Provo River levels prompt increased caution

By Tyler Stevenett
June 02, 2017 12:00 AM
Water is released into the Provo River. A controlled release from the Jordanelle and Deer Creek reservoirs is leading to increased Provo River water levels. (Dani Jardine)
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