Five Rescued After Canoe Capsizes in Great Stour River
Kent Fire and Rescue Service sprang into action after reports that three children and two men fell from a canoe and were stranded on an island in the Great Stour River near Canterbury.
Rapid Response Saves Stranded Group
Two fire engines rushed to the scene, where crews quickly pulled all five to safety. The stranded group showed signs of hypothermia and were immediately treated by South East Coast Ambulance Service paramedics.
Heroes at the Ready
- Three children and two men stranded on river island
- Kent Firefighters launch swift rescue mission
- All treated for hypothermia at the scene
- South East Coast Ambulance paramedics take over care
