Motorcycle swept away by strong current as rider rescued amid flooding

• A rider was rescued after being swept away by a strong river current in Tagum City, Davao del Norte
• The motorist attempted to cross despite rising waters but was forced to abandon the motorcycle
• A backhoe later retrieved the vehicle, though its condition remains uncertain
• Heavy rains from localized thunderstorms caused flooding in Barangay Magdum but later subsided with no reported evacuations

A motorcyclist was rescued after being swept away by strong currents while attempting to cross a flooded area in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, on Wednesday afternoon.

According to reports, the rider tried to push through despite the swelling river in Barangay Magdum.

However, the water current quickly intensified, making it impossible for him to continue.

Rescuers nearby advised him to let go of the motorcycle for his safety, prompting the motorist to abandon the vehicle as he was pulled to safety.

The motorcycle, carried away by the river’s current, was later retrieved by a backhoe.

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Authorities, however, could not immediately confirm if the vehicle was still functional after being submerged in floodwaters.

Heavy rainfall brought by localized thunderstorms caused sudden flooding in several parts of Barangay Magdum.

The downpour led to the temporary swelling of waterways and minor disruptions in traffic flow. Fortunately, the floodwaters gradually receded after the rain stopped.

Local officials confirmed that no residents were forced to evacuate, and no casualties were reported.

They also reminded the public to avoid crossing flooded roads or rivers, even if the water appears shallow, to prevent accidents and loss of property.

While the rider was fortunate to have survived, the incident served as a reminder of the dangers of underestimating floodwaters — where a few inches of strong current can already sweep away vehicles and endanger lives.

News, photos, or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable to one's daily life. These stories are among those that people would be able to learn from every day, and apply them in their own lives.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh