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Man, 20, dies at state park after falling from 177-foot waterfall while posing for photos, police say
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· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A person fell from the top of a 177-foot waterfall and died.
A fatal accident occurred at Silver Falls State Park in Oregon. A person fell from the top of a 177-foot waterfall and died. The incident happened when the individual crossed into a closed area to take photos and slipped, falling into the water below.
Emergency crews responded to the scene on Monday evening. Witnesses attempted to save the person but were unsuccessful. The name of the person who died has not been released.
Further details about the incident are available from the source. The accident serves as a reminder of the importance of following safety guidelines and respecting closed areas in public parks.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 1 min
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