On Saturday (May 29), Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) had to rescue two kayakers, one of whom was stranded in the river. According to their Facebook post, the water was running at around 1,200 cubic feet per second.
That incident is far from this season s first rescue. On May 22, PFA rescued eight people on the river, while crews saved another two individuals earlier in the month.
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In light of these recent rescues, PFA is reminding residents to Play It Safe on the Poudre by practicing the following tips:
Wear a Life Vest
Know Conditions
Scout Your Route
Float Sober