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Arizona

2 more deaths reported at Lake Mead, bringing total to 19 for the year

Lake Mead officials are encouraging visitors to be cautious in the water after two people drowned last weekend.

Arizona

Adult dead after being pulled from Lake Pleasant, firefighters say

The victim is not being identified at this time.

Health

US Forest Service warns visitors of toxic algae in Bartlett Lake

Samples in the lake tested positive for blue-green algae. Officials advise against using the water until further testing is done.

Water Safety

Missing airman found dead at Roosevelt Lake

Air Force Staff Sgt. Kory Wade was found dead on June 17 after a multi-day search and rescue operation, officials said.

Water Safety

Firefighters prepare for monsoon season with water rescue trainings

The Phoenix Fire Department was out on Wednesday to train personnel on best practices for emergency water rescues.

Spanish

'Solía ser capaz de sostener a mi hijo en mis brazos': Madre del valle busca detener las muertes por ahogamiento

Una madre comparte la desgarradora historia de la muerte de su hijo pequeño con la esperanza de que ayude a salvar vidas.

Water Safety

'I used to be able to hold my son in my arms': Valley mother pushing to stop drowning deaths

A mother shares the heartbreaking story of her young son's death with the hopes it'll help save lives.

Water Safety

Mother uses heartache from losing baby to prevent future pool drownings

Having a dedicated fence or cover, having life vests and knowing CPR can stop future drowning deaths, experts say.

Water Safety

Yuma man found dead in Colorado River after drifting off from float group

20-year-old Brian Vasquez of Yuma was found dead two days after being reported missing, the Yuma County Sheriff's Office said.

Water Safety

1-year-old boy drowns in Mesa backyard pool

The drowning happened around 6:50 p.m. near Southern Avenue and Horne Road, the Mesa Fire and Medical Department said.

Water Safety

Officials remind Lake Pleasant visitors to ensure safety precautions

Maricopa County law enforcement reminds visitors to communicate travel plans, never swim alone, stay hydrated and drink responsibly.

Woman arrested after 55 dogs seized from Chandler dog rescue accused of neglect; neighbors voiced concerns for weeks

Hit-and-run in Glendale injures one

Coastal North Carolina hit by flooding as Tropical Storm Ophelia travels north

Warm start to fall

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Sheriff: Body of kayaker recovered from Lake Mary

2 more deaths reported at Lake Mead, bringing total to 19 for the year

Adult dead after being pulled from Lake Pleasant, firefighters say

US Forest Service warns visitors of toxic algae in Bartlett Lake

Missing airman found dead at Roosevelt Lake

Firefighters prepare for monsoon season with water rescue trainings

'Solía ser capaz de sostener a mi hijo en mis brazos': Madre del valle busca detener las muertes por ahogamiento

'I used to be able to hold my son in my arms': Valley mother pushing to stop drowning deaths

Mother uses heartache from losing baby to prevent future pool drownings

Yuma man found dead in Colorado River after drifting off from float group

1-year-old boy drowns in Mesa backyard pool

Officials remind Lake Pleasant visitors to ensure safety precautions

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