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🚨 15-YEAR-OLD GIRL DIES IN LICKING RIVER TRAGEDY DESPITE WEARING A LIFE JACKET 🚨 🚨 15-YEAR-OLD GIRL DIES IN LICKING RIVER TRAGEDY DESPITE WEARING A LIFE JACKET 🚨 A heartbreaking tragedy on the Licking River has claimed the life of 15-year-old Brenda Montgomery. Authorities say Brenda was kayaking with her foster parents when high water and dangerous currents threw the group into the river. (WSYX) ⚠️ According to rescuers: 👉 the family became trapped on a log jam 👉 Brenda was pinned underwater by the current 👉 she remained submerged for approximately seven minutes 👉 rescuers battled rushing water and debris to reach her 👉 she was wearing a life jacket at the time (WSYX) 💔 Despite rescue efforts and CPR at the scene, Brenda was later pronounced dead at Licking Memorial Hospital. (WSYX) Officials say recent heavy rains left the river running higher and faster than normal, creating dangerous conditions even for experienced paddlers. They are now urging Ohioans to check river levels before heading out and to avoid waterways during flood conditions. (WSYX) #BreakingNews #BrendaMontgomery #LickingCounty #OhioNews #WaterSafety #Kayaking #Tragedy Source: ABC 6 Columbus

Bottled Water Isn’t as Safe as You Think

Mind blown: That big refillable water jug you trust most? It’s actually the most likely to be contaminated, according to new research. Only 17% of bottled water samples met WHO safety standards, and bottled water was SIX times more likely to have bacteria than other sources. Turns out, when we think our water is safe, we get lazy about cleaning dispensers—letting germs move in. Time to rethink what “safe” water really means! #Health #BodyHealth #WaterSafety

Atlanta kids dive into water safety at Morehouse

Seeing Atlanta’s Black youth take over the Morehouse College pool for a water safety festival was a powerful reminder of how access can change lives. With drowning rates rising in Georgia, especially among Black children, the nonprofit Diversity in Aquatics is stepping up to break barriers. Many families still face limited opportunities to learn to swim, even though swimming is a life-saving skill. Events like this not only teach safety but also build confidence and community. How can we make sure every child in Atlanta has the chance to learn to swim? #Sports #Atlanta #WaterSafety