Kayaker Rescued on Blue Lake
On Saturday, the Nineteen Sitka Search and Rescue and other volunteers aided a kayaker whose kayak flipped on Blue Lake.
In an interview with KCAW, assistant fire chief David Johnson said that the kayaker, who is a Sitka resident, was transported to Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center by ambulance with possible hypothermia. Read more here
Great work to all the volunteers who came to rescue the kayaker as we wish the individual a speedy recovery. Remember to wear a life jacket if you plan to participate in water recreational activities. Please be safe out there!
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