Clovis West teenager dies after fall in Yosemite National Park

FRESNO, Calif.

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/*Kao Kue*/ died Wednesday evening at a /*Modesto*/ hospital. He would have begun his senior year at /*Clovis West*/ later this month.

Family members say Kue was hiking on Mist Trail near Vernal Fall when he fell and hit his head. Kue's volleyball coach says the teen was a role and model on and off the court.

Teammates plan to wear Kue's number on their uniform this season. They're also planning a memorial scholarship in his honor.

Kue is the 15th person to die in /*Yosemite*/ this year.

Foundation West
In Memory of Kao Kue
1070 E. Teague
Fresno, CA 93720

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