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Second Victim in Payette River Plane Crash Identified by Coroner
The plane clipped a power line before crashing on ice in the Payette River, killing both occupants, including meteorologist Roland Steadham, officials said.
- On Tuesday morning, a small plane crashed into the Payette River in Gem County, killing two men including Chief Meteorologist Roland Steadham.
- Preliminary reports indicate the aircraft clipped a power line before crashing onto Payette River ice.
- At about 10:58 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the jet ski park turnout west of Montour following reports of a plane crash, the Gem County Sheriff's Office said.
- Family members said Chief Meteorologist Roland Steadham was a devoted husband to Erin and father of their six children, often speaking proudly about his family.
- The Gem County Sheriff's Office said the incident remains under investigation, with information provided to media reporting from Los Angeles.
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CBS Meteorologist Dies After Plane Crashes Into Icy River
A plane crash in Idaho has taken the life of a beloved meteorologist. Authorities in Idaho have reported that CBS meteorologist Rolan Steadham has died after his plane crashed into an icy river. According to the Gem County Sheriff’s Office, Steadham’s plane hit a power line before plunging into a frigid Boise River. People reported more on the tragic plane crash: A beloved meteorologist has been identified as one of two victims who died in a sma…
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