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IDF Reservist Drowns While Saving Son in Jordan River

3/25/2026

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The Israel Fire and Rescue Authority recovered Uriah Sarusi, a 48-year-old IDF reservist, from the Jordan River in northern Israel on March 24, 2026, after he drowned saving his 9-year-old son.
Local rescue teams faced strong currents.
MDA medics attempted to resuscitate him.
He died at the scene.
His son was rescued by a bystander and treated, later listed as in mild condition.

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Story summary

The Israel Fire and Rescue Authority recovered Uriah Sarusi, a 48-year-old IDF reservist, from the Jordan River in northern Israel on March 24, 2026, after he drowned saving his 9-year-old son.
Local rescue teams faced strong currents.
MDA medics attempted to resuscitate him.
He died at the scene.
His son was rescued by a bystander and treated, later listed as in mild condition.