Death on Cumberland River Raises Questions about River's Safety

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — After a man's death on the Cumberland River, some are warning of the dangers of swimming in the waterway.

David Whiteside with Tennessee Riverkeeper said entering the water can be dangerous due to commercial traffic in the area as well as if visibility is low.

"Swimming under dark conditions or when it's getting dark is very dangerous for the swimmer," he said. "If something, god forbid, happens to the swimmer, rescue efforts at night are certainly more complicated and have a lower success rate than during the day."

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