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🧱💥🚗Provo News: Rockslide Strikes Truck on Highway 6, Shark Attack Near Waiehu Beach Park Severs Surfer's Leg, Spain and Flood-Stricken Valencia.

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November 02, 2024


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Local News

Rockslide Strikes Truck on Highway 6 in Price Canyon

Todd Bramall narrowly escaped serious injury after a rockslide struck his truck on Highway 6 in Price Canyon. While driving home, he noticed dust on a hillside just before boulders and debris cascaded onto the road, with one large rock smashing through his truck’s hood. Guided by instinct, Bramall braked momentarily before accelerating out of the rockfall’s path, avoiding the worst of the slide. Traffic was delayed as bystanders cleared debris, and Utah Highway Patrol noted that rockslides are common in the area. Bramall is grateful to have survived and plans to keep a rock from the incident as a reminder of his luck and quick thinking.

National News

Shark Attack Near Waiehu Beach Park Severs Surfer's Leg

A 61-year-old surfer named Kenji suffered a severe shark attack near Waiehu Beach Park on Maui, resulting in the complete severing of his leg below the knee. The attack occurred early Friday morning while Kenji was surfing at “Sand Piles.” Witnesses reported hearing Kenji’s screams as he managed to swim partially to shore before being assisted by a bystander. Police provided first aid before he was transported in critical condition to Maui Memorial Medical Center. Although no details were given about the shark species, officials temporarily closed the beach. Remarkably, Kenji remains optimistic, expressing his continued love for the ocean post-surgery.

International News

Spain Sends Troops and Police to Aid Flood-Stricken Valencia

Spain is dispatching 5,000 additional soldiers and 5,000 more police to aid Valencia after devastating floods that claimed over 200 lives, making it the deadliest natural disaster in Spain's recent history. So far, 205 bodies have been recovered, primarily in Valencia, with a few casualties in neighboring Castilla La Mancha and Andalusia. Thousands of volunteers are joining rescue workers in clearing thick mud that coats streets, buildings, and personal belongings. The drought-stricken region’s hardened ground worsened flooding impacts. With over 2,000 soldiers and 4,300 police on-site, authorities continue searching for missing people as residents call for urgent supplies and machinery.

Sports News

Jordan Love Expected to Play Against Lions Despite Groin Injury

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is expected to play in the crucial NFC North game against the Detroit Lions despite a groin injury. Packers coach Matt LaFleur voiced initial concerns, but Love, who missed practice on Wednesday, participated in limited drills on Thursday and Friday. Listed as questionable, Love is optimistic about playing, noting he’s determined to recover swiftly, even with a bye week approaching. Love’s previous return from a Week 1 MCL sprain showcased his resilience, and while backup Malik Willis was prepared to start, Love appears ready to lead in Sunday’s matchup.

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