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2022-02-24-Oconaluftee-2. Smokemont Campground to Oconaluftee Visitor’s Center-Does not Apply

Report ID#65319

2022-02-24
accident date
Megan Thompson
victim
34
victim age
Oconaluftee
river
2. Smokemont Campground to Oconaluftee Visitor's Center
section
Smokemont Rapid
location
n/a
gage
Medium
water level
II
river difficulty
Pinned in Boat Against Strainer
cause code(s)
Does not Apply
injury type(s)
Failed Rescue
factors
Private
trip type
Whitewater Kayak
boat type
status?
status

Description

US NC Oconaluftee 2. Smokemont Campground to Oconaluftee Visitor’s Center Smokemont Rapid Medium II Megan Thompson 2 other kayakers 34 Extensive Experience Whitewater Kayak Private Failed Rescue Pinned in Boat Against Strainer Does not Apply 2022-02-24

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