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20yo dies after slipping off 177-foot waterfall while posing for pictures
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Nick Viviani , as published by KTVU FOX 2 News
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The waterfall is notably tall, standing at 177 feet.
A tragic incident occurred on Monday involving a 20-year-old Kentucky man. He was posing for pictures at a waterfall when he slipped and fell. The waterfall is notably tall, standing at 177 feet.
Details of the incident are limited, but it is known that the man lost his life in the accident. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety when taking photos in hazardous locations. For more information on this incident, readers can refer to the full report from KTVU FOX 2 News.
Further details are available from the source, providing a more comprehensive account of the events that unfolded.
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Category: local Published: August 12, 2026 Source: KTVU FOX 2 News Reading time: 1 min
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