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Man dead after drowning in Kanawha River

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SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A man is dead after drowning in the Kanawha River.

Authorities said it happened Sunday afternoon near South Charleston when a kayak flipped over.

A woman who was with the victim was rescued and taken to a hospital.

The DNR said it doesn’t appear the two had lifejackets.

An investigation is underway.

(Photo courtesy WCHS-TV)

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