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CBS News
a day ago
- Climate
- CBS News
One person dead after car floods on I-635 in Dallas
One person is dead after a swift water rescue in Dallas. Dallas Fire-Rescue said crews responded to a 911 call just after midnight after someone reported their vehicle was stuck in high water under the I-635 bridge at Park Central Drive. DFR said two vehicles were submerged due to rapidly rising water levels. Two people were seen getting out of one of the vehicles, according to DFR, but rescue crews had to wait on the water levels to go down before checking if anyone else was in the other vehicle. Once DFR was able to search the second vehicle, crews found a man inside, who died at the scene. This story is developing.
CBS News
2 days ago
- General
- CBS News
First responders share warning after 3 kayakers rescued from Youghiogheny River
First responders are warning people to check the water before they get in after three kayakers were pulled out of the Youghiogheny River. The Yough River on Tuesday was over 6 feet high and experts say no one should be on it until it drops to 4 feet. Three people are considered lucky to be alive after their kayaks overturned and they struggled to stay afloat in the turbulent water of the Yough River. "It could have very easily been a tragedy here today," said Assistant Fire Chief Sam Spotto with the New Haven Hose Volunteer Fire Company. A nearby fisherman heard their pleas for help and called 911. "The conditions were worse than they thought it was going to be when they left home this morning. But they decided it was still within what they could do," Spotto said. "They ended up, because of the swift current this morning, really far down around the bend, probably almost a half a mile from here," Spotto added. The New Haven Hose Company responded and launched their water rescue boat. The crew was able to quickly locate the woman and two teen boys, who were wearing life jackets, and bring them safely to shore. "This river is nothing to be fooled with," Spotto said. "The conditions this morning were even worse than now, the water was much faster and a darker color that limited visibility." Spotto says this incident is a reminder for folks to know their surroundings and check water conditions before getting on the river. "When the water levels are high and the speed of the water is quick, a lot of caution needs to be taken," Spotto said. "When the water is this high, it can be quite violent," he added. Spotto adds that there's a saying people who use the river for recreation should follow: "If it's brown, don't go down."
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Bazetta Fire Department touches up water rescue skills
BAZETTA, Ohio (WKBN) — The Valley is home to several lakes and rivers, making it great for boating, kayaking and all sorts of summer activities — but if something goes wrong, first responders need to be trained in swift water rescues. Members of the Bazetta Fire Department touched up their water rescue skills on Sunday at Mosquito Lake Outflow. A group from Rescue Training Specialists in South Carolina was invited to Ohio to help those in the department. 'We do have a number of river systems in the area, whether it be the Grand River, the Mahoning River, and of course, the outflow here at Mosquito Creek Reservoir,' said Bob Wasser, head of the water rescue division at the Bazetta Fire Department. It's the first year the specialists have made a trip up north. They trained 13 members of Bazetta Fire, teaching them the fundamentals of water rescue training. Firefighters learned how to make rescues without getting in the water and how to stay clear of obstacles. 'If they get caught in the environment or in the water, they can save themselves. Before you can save anybody, you have to learn how to save yourself,' said Ricky Burgess with Rescue Training Specialties. Local officials say it gives the department another resource. 'That's vital to be taught by people who have actually been on those emergencies, so it's very important to have them here,' Wasser said. Standard training is required every three years, but the more you train, the more comfortable you'll be. Those who participated say it was a great experience. 'They practice this all the time. So, having these guys come up here and be working with us and giving us some knowledge that we might not be able to come across from guys that don't do it all the time. It was very good training,' said Zack Hileman with the Bazetta Fire Department. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
As tubers flock to Colorado rivers, rescue crews urge safety and awareness
DENVER (KDVR) — As the weather starts to heat up, many around the state look to cool off by floating down a river in a tube. While it can be a fun time, rescue crews encourage people to enjoy the water safely. Rockies set several more unwanted records on Saturday Lt. Doug Picone at West Metro Fire Rescue said during the summer months, his team responds to water rescue calls about two or three times a week, but also said they're a daily occurrence around the metro area as a whole. 'Each and every day it's getting more and more busy,' said Picone. 'Every time we go by the river, we see more and more people out.' As the weather continues to heat up and more people flock to rivers like Clear Creek in Golden, the chance for rescues grows. 'It's more and more dangerous as the weather gets nicer and we just have not hit that peak sunshine yet,' said Picone. The sunshine plays a big factor. While tubers took to a relatively slow-moving river on Saturday, it could look entirely different in a few weeks. 'We haven't had that increase in temperature to melt the snowmelt to bring the really rapid waters down,' he said. He encourages people to keep an eye on water speeds, which can change from safe to dangerous quickly. They underestimate the water's ability to swiftly take you away,' said Picone. He also stresses being aware of the water temperature, because it comes from snow melt, it's a near certainty that the water will be cold, and prolonged exposure can lead to his team being called. 'That water can definitely bring your body temperature down, create hypothermia,' said Picone. If you do go out, Picone said it's best to do it sober. 'Drugs and alcohol and water and tubing can be a very poor mix,' he said. 2 separate crashes occur in same vicinity of I-70 on Saturday afternoon No matter what time of the summer you decide to hit the river, your best practice is simply to be aware. 'Be prepared because it can overwhelm you,' he said. 'Know what you're getting into.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
One saved by chance encounter during Stanislaus water rescues, authorities report
A series of water rescues near Knights Ferry on Sunday marked the beginning of the unfortunate trend that often can come with summer. While on their way back from rescuing a kayaker in Knights Ferry just after noon, water rescue teams noticed someone floating in the Stanislaus River. The chance encounter may have saved the person's life. As rescue teams pulled the person out of the water and onto the shore, a dispatch from the county's regional 911 center reporting that incident went out over the radio, according to a Modesto Fire Department incident summary report. Medics and firefighters treated the person with Advanced Life Support Care. Within 15 minutes, the person began breathing on their own. An air ambulance was then called in to transport the patient. The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office and a water rescue team decided to search for other people who might need help and found two other people. They reported no additional injuries. About two hours after finding the person floating in the river, the same water rescue team, along with other units, were called to the Horseshoe Recreation Area near Orange Blossom. The initial call reported that six people were clinging to a tree after their raft popped. When the team found the party, they discovered more people. Rescuers pulled eight — three adults and five children, from the river. The children were rescued first and then the adults. No one was injured. Water rescues and drownings increase as the heat turns up, with residents seeking refuge in the cold waters of local lakes and rivers. On Friday, the Modesto Fire Department reminded everyone that May is National Water Safety Month and provided the following safety tips that have the potential to save lives: Whether you're heading to a river, lake, or pool: ▪ Always wear a properly fitted life jacket ▪ Designate an adult as a 'water watcher' — someone responsible for actively supervising swimmers ▪ Avoid alcohol use while swimming or operating watercraft ▪ Use proper vessels when navigating rivers and avoid homemade rafts or inflatables 'Remember: The water may appear calm, but dangerous undercurrents lie beneath the surface — especially in rivers like the Stanislaus and Tuolumne,' read the post. Modesto Fire, Stanislaus Consolidated Fire, and Turlock Fire stations are stocked with free loaner life jackets for the public.
