All articles tagged with #river
A Missouri fossil hunter pulled an 80-pound femur from a riverbed near Ravenwood, likely from a mammoth or mastodon, with the moment captured on video and fueling public interest in Ice Age megafauna and paleontology.
A fossil hunter waded into a Missouri river near Ravenwood and pulled out a massive, well-preserved femur believed to belong to a mammoth or mastodon, a striking find that has viewers buzzing about prehistoric giants.
A double-decker bus carrying high school students in England plunged into a river, resulting in injuries to the driver and two passengers, with others sustaining minor injuries; authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
The family of 22-year-old Riley Strain, whose body was found in the Cumberland River in Nashville, believes someone helped him into the water, disputing the initial belief that his death was accidental. They question the lack of evidence suggesting he fell in by accident, pointing to the absence of water in his lungs and the terrain where he is believed to have fallen from. The family has ordered a second autopsy to seek clarity, while toxicology results are pending. Strain disappeared during a trip with his fraternity brothers, and his family continues to search for answers.
The family of 22-year-old Riley Strain, whose body was found in the Cumberland River in Nashville, believes someone helped him into the water, disputing the initial belief that his death was accidental. They question the lack of evidence of a fall and have ordered a second autopsy. Strain disappeared during a trip with his fraternity brothers, and his family is seeking answers as they continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
The potentially fatal parasite Heterobilharzia Americana, also known as liver fluke, has been discovered in a portion of the Colorado River in Blythe, Southern California, posing a threat to dogs. The parasite, transmitted by certain snails, can cause granulomatous gastrointestinal and hepatic disease in dogs, with symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss. While it can be filtered out with common water purification methods and does not cause disease in humans, pet owners are advised to be cautious when swimming with their dogs in the area.
The potentially fatal parasite Heterobilharzia Americana, also known as liver fluke, has been found in a portion of the Colorado River in Blythe, Southern California, posing a threat to dogs. The parasite, transmitted by certain types of snails, can cause granulomatous gastrointestinal and hepatic disease in dogs, with symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss. While it does not cause disease in humans, it can cause swimmer's itch. Public awareness is being raised to prevent pets from swimming in the infected river, and treatment for infected dogs is available through medications administered by a veterinarian.
The body of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham, who went missing in Texas last week, has been found near the Trinity River. A person of interest, Don Steven McDougal, is in police custody and is expected to be charged with capital murder. McDougal, a friend of Audrii's father, was the last person to see her and has an extensive criminal history. The investigation led to the discovery of Audrii's body after authorities slowed the water outflow from a nearby reservoir.
The body of Meigs County Sheriff’s Office deputy Robert “RJ” Leonard and an unidentified woman he had apprehended were found in a submerged patrol car in the Tennessee River, a day after he radioed dispatchers about "water" while driving the woman to jail. Authorities believe Leonard, a rookie deputy, may have accidentally driven into the river while not familiar with the area and possibly distracted. His wife and colleagues mourn his loss, emphasizing the impact of the tragedy on their lives.
The body of Tennessee deputy Robert "R.J." Leonard was found in his patrol car, which was recovered from the Hiwassee River along with the body of a woman he had arrested. Authorities believe the car ended up in the water due to an accident, possibly caused by Leonard texting and radioing while driving in a poorly lit area. The 35-year-old deputy had been on the force for about two months and leaves behind a wife and three children.
A man in Los Angeles was rescued from the surging waters of the river after entering to save his dog, who managed to swim to safety. A helicopter crew from the Los Angeles Fire Department hoisted the man from the fast-moving water and transported him to a hospital.
A man's body was recovered from the Parker River in Newbury, Massachusetts, after he was reported stuck in the rapid-moving, high-water current. Despite efforts by a bystander to rescue the victim, the rushing water made it difficult to reach him. The bystander was treated and released, while the victim's identity has not been disclosed.
The recent storm in Maine resulted in massive power outages and showcased the power of local waterways. The author reflects on the darkness brought about by the storm and the need to embrace it. The river between Topsham and Brunswick was observed flowing aggressively, with impressive falls and cascades. Reversing falls along the coast, such as Cobscook Falls, provide an opportunity to witness the dramatic changes in water caused by the tide. Maine is the only state on the East Coast with reversing falls, thanks to its geology. The author suggests taking the time to appreciate the power of nature as a celebration of the winter solstice.
A thrilling video captured the moment an elephant fought off a hungry crocodile in the Luangwa River in Western Zambia. The elephant frantically spun in circles and flicked its tail before finally shaking the crocodile loose and storming onto dry land. Safari guides happened to witness the rare encounter and described it as an exhilarating and once-in-a-lifetime event.
Three women were brutally attacked by an otter while floating on the Jefferson River in Montana, with one woman losing almost half of her right ear. The "vicious and relentless" attack lasted around five minutes, leaving the victims with multiple injuries. The women had to wait nearly an hour for help to arrive before being airlifted to the hospital. Otter attacks on humans are rare but can occur if the animal feels threatened.