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⭐ DAILY SIGNAL #143 - Tommy Dutra
PARENTS WEREN'T ABLE TO SAY THEIR GOODBYES TO THEIR SON IN COMA
🗓 Date
18th of April 2026
🎬 Today’s Clip
PARENTS WEREN'T ABLE TO SAY THEIR GOODBYES TO THEIR SON IN COMA
Watch the clip:
https://youtube.com/shorts/TwlOLl52Tyk
💬 Quote of the Day
“Just imagine not being able to say goodbye to your kids in that situation”
— Forrest Galante
🤔 Reflection Question
Who was Tommy Dutra?
Hit reply — I’d love to hear your take.
Tommy Dutra was a skilled climber and beloved member of the outdoor community whose life was tragically cut short in August 2020. While climbing in Washington state during the pandemic, Tommy was leading a pitch when he reportedly trended off-route, lost his footing, and took a significant fall. Because he was not wearing his helmet at the time—it was strapped to his pack—he suffered a catastrophic skull fracture upon impacting the rock. Despite the heroic efforts of his climbing partners and search and rescue teams, Tommy remained in a coma for seven days before passing away. His death served as a heartbreaking wake-up call regarding climbing safety, leading his friends and family, including naturalist Forrest Galante, to advocate fiercely for the consistent use of helmets in the backcountry.
🎧 Source
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1927 – Forrest Galante
Watch the full episode:
https://youtu.be/d8XDniI08WY
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