Missing kayaker found on Weeki Wachee River
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Vacationers in Hernando County called for help after their adult son disappeared during a kayaking trip on Weeki Wachee River Thursday.
The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and learned several family members went kayaking around 4 p.m. but lost the man near Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.
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Using the sheriff’s offices Aviation Unit, first responders found the missing kayaker just after 8:30 p.m. near Hospital Hole and were able to direct him back to the families vacation rental.
“Having resources like the Aviation Unit, Marine Unit, and Drone Unit, with personnel who are truly second to none in their fields, has been invaluable,” said Sheriff Al Nienhuis. “Their coordinated efforts undoubtedly played a pivotal role in reuniting this gentleman with his family. In situations like these, we spare no expense and leave no resource untapped. Thanks to mutual aid agreements with surrounding agencies, we are able to use many more resources for extended periods of time, when needed.”
The kayaker did not suffer any injuries.
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