A kayaker is hospitalized after being rescued from the American River
RANCHO CORDOVA - A kayaker is in the hospital after being rescued from the American River.
Sac Metro said that 2 boats and 2 helicopters worked together to rescue the victim in Rancho Cordova on Tuesday night. Crews said the person is now in critical condition.
Unfortunately, the victim was not wearing a life jacket while in the river.
Unfortunately the victim was not wearing a life jacket while occupying the river, and has since been transported to the hospital by a Metro Fire helicopter in critical condition. pic.twitter.com/tZI5GLFuFJ
— Metro Fire of Sacramento (@metrofirepio) March 15, 2023
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