June 02, 2026 16:32

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Man drowns in San Joaquin River after entering without knowing how to swim

Fresno, incident, accident, health, weather, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Breaking, Warning

A 24-year-old man drowned in the San Joaquin River after entering the water despite not knowing how to swim. - James Romero Soriano was swept away by the current and went under.

- Friends found him after 15 minutes and pulled him to shore. - Despite CPR and helicopter transport to a hospital, he died.

- The Fresno County Sheriff's Office urges river safety, including wearing life jackets and avoiding alcohol. This tragic incident highlights the dangers of entering rivers without proper skills or safety gear.

This story was originally reported by kmph. Read the original article here.

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