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6 people rescued from Chattahoochee River near East Palisades Trail, Atlanta fire officials say
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · As published by CBS News
· July 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A total of 6 people were rescued from the river.
Atlanta fire officials reported a rescue operation in the Chattahoochee River. The incident occurred near the East Palisades Trail. A total of 6 people were rescued from the river.
Further details about the rescue can be found through official sources such as CBS News. Information about the circumstances surrounding the rescue is limited. For more information, readers can refer to the original report from CBS News in Atlanta, GA.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 26, 2026 ·
Source: CBS News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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