"Teen Hero Saves Baby After Tragic Power Line Collapse"

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Majiah Washington, 18, bravely rescued a 9-month-old boy after a power line collapsed on a family in Portland, killing three. She watched as members of the family were apparently electrocuted while trying to escape their SUV, and despite the danger, she rushed to save the baby. Washington's quick thinking and courage saved the child's life, and she has been hailed as a hero by Portland Fire & Rescue. The tragic incident occurred during an ice storm that has claimed at least 12 lives in the Portland area, with multiple deaths attributed to falling trees and suspected hypothermia.
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