Chinese husband jumps into deep well to stay with wife after cicada hunt goes wrong
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A couple in Dongying, Shandong, China, were catching cicadas on July 15 when the wife accidentally fell into a sewage manhole. The husband jumped in to stay with her, and both were rescued by firefighters. The incident was reported by local media Dazhong Daily, highlighting an unusual event that underscores the couple's bond.
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Cicada catching is a traditional summer activity in China
A woman in eastern China fell into a sewage manhole while catching cicadas with her husband.
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The Dazhong Daily reported the incident.
South China Morning Post- Cicada catching is a traditional summer activity in China
- Husband's action shows strong marital bond
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The Dazhong Daily reported the incident.
South China Morning PostA woman in eastern China fell into a sewage manhole while catching cicadas with her husband.
South China Morning PostThe husband jumped into the shaft to keep his wife company after she fell.
South China Morning PostThe couple were successfully rescued by firefighters shortly afterwards.
South China Morning PostThe incident occurred on July 15 in Dongying, Shandong province.
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