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Bay Area Couple Dies at Roaring River Falls in Kings Canyon

02 June 2026 15:20

A Bay Area couple drowned at Roaring River Falls in Kings Canyon National Park over Memorial Day weekend. - Victims identified as Parth Patel, 30, and Dharti Patel, 29, of San Mateo.

- Dharti Patel slipped into the water; her husband attempted to rescue her, and both were pulled under. - Drowning is the leading cause of death in Sequoia and Kings Canyon parks, especially during snowmelt season.

Park officials urge visitors to stay out of fast-moving water and keep a safe distance from edges.

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