Search & Rescue assists in rising water situation
Russell County Search & Rescue assisted with helping seven people stranded due to rising waters near Rock House Bottom last week.
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Russell County Search & Rescue assisted in helping seven people stranded due to rising waters last week.
Last Thursday, the entity conducted a “mutual aid water rescue” when they responded to the call of “seven individuals stranded on an island near Rock House Bottom after rising water cut off their access to the shore.”
“Crews arrived on scene and safely transported all seven individuals back to the bank before the situation escalated,” a report said. “No injuries were reported.”
“Rising water can happen fast, and what starts as a fun day on the river can turn into an emergency in a matter of minutes,” Search & Rescue cautioned. “If you’re heading out on the water, keep an eye on conditions, wear a life jacket, and let someone know your plans.”
A collaborative and cooperative effort during the situation was praised.
“Great work by everyone involved today,” a statement by Search & Rescue said. “This is exactly why mutual aid partnerships matter-many hands make quick, safe work possible.”
Earlier this month, Search & Rescue retrieved two boaters and a dog stranded on the Cumberland River.
With almost constant training, Russell County Search & Rescue responds not only to local calls, but have been called to various situations across the state due to their expertise.
Search & Rescue was also recently on watch and standby for the 17th Annual High School Fishing World Finals and National Championship on Lake Cumberland.
In winter storm and flooding situations, Search & Rescue assists those cut off from main roadways.
