Man drowns in Sacramento's American River; third drowning this year

A man in his 30s drowned in the American River in Sacramento County on Sunday afternoon after being spotted in the water. Sacramento Metro Fire launched a full emergency response with boats, jet skis, and a helicopter to recover the body. Officials said there is no foul play suspected and the death is under investigation by Sacramento County Park rangers. The victim was wearing full clothing, including shoes, and had a backpack. Authorities urged rivergoers to wear life jackets. This marks the Metro Fire area’s third drowning response this year, and the victim has not yet been identified.