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Tragic Rescue Attempt in Ohio River Claims Five Lives

Five individuals drowned in the Scioto River in Powell, Ohio, while attempting to rescue a struggling swimmer. The incident unfolded when one person entered the water, prompting others to follow in a desperate attempt to help.

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