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Oregon experienced a tragic weekend with three separate drowning incidents in different parts of the state. These incidents occurred in the Willamette River, Yachats, and Diamond Lake, claiming the lives of three individuals who were either trying to save others or enjoying recreational activities.
Willamette River Tragedy: A Heroic Attempt Ends in Heartbreak
In Salem, a 35-year-old man named Derik Morganstern drowned after attempting to rescue a woman in distress in the Willamette River. The incident occurred on Monday night at Wallace Marine Park, where first responders were called just before 11 p.m. to reports of a woman struggling after jumping from the Union Street Pedestrian Bridge.
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