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Copper Canyon deaths suggest ‘Jump at own risk?’
Monday, May 21, 2012 2:05 AM MST

With three cliff-jumping deaths linked at Lake Havasu’s Copper Canyon and it popular Jump Rock or surrounding cliffs, a review of the individual autopsies suggests taking the plunge may be at one’s own risk – especially while high on drugs or alcohol.

Two of the autopsies were processed San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department because the individuals were determined deceased on or near the scene, which is situated on the California shore of Lake Havasu. The third victim was transported to a hospital in Lake Havasu City where he later died and later processed by Mohave County’s medical examiner.

In all three cases, alcohol was present. In one of the three, so were cocaine and benzodiazepines.

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Opinion

The sweeps game: County and state

Who would have thought that, in an area where rain is almost as rare as a solar eclipse, flood control would cause a hubbub?

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Up in smoke: Don't let a grilling mishap ruin your cookout

(ARA) - What starts out as a fun summer evening with a few friends can quickly become a reminder that not paying attention while grilling can be dangerous.

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Five Asia travel destinations that aren't to be missed

A wall that stretches across the biggest country in the world, some of the world's largest and most well-known ancient palaces and even elephant rides - Asia offers some of the most unique travel experiences imaginable. For Americans, Asia travel means seeing a world completely different than their own and embarking on the adventure of a lifetime.

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Desert Hills firefighters deployed to fire near Prescott
Monday, May 21, 2012 2:05 AM MST

Desert Hills Fire Captain Bill Weber said Sunday that five Desert Hills firefighters were deployed Saturday to Mayer, Ariz., which is northwest of Phoenix and southwest of Prescott in Arizona, to help fight the Gladiator Fire in Prescott National Forest.

Man injured while wakeboarding on Lake Havasu
Monday, May 21, 2012 2:05 AM MST

San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department marine enforcement unit reported 35-year-old Michael Haley, of Palm Bay, Fla., was injured while attempting to wakeboard Friday on Lake Havasu.

Attic fire causes $10,000 in damage at local residence
Monday, May 21, 2012 2:05 AM MST

Lake Havasu City Fire Department responded to an attic fire at a residence in the 2900 block of South Palo Verde Boulevard about 9:24 p.m., according to a press release issued by Battalion Chief Rick Felish, of the department.

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