On the first official day of float season on the Boise River, crews with Boise Fire Department made 14 rescue assists, four of which were life-threatening or lifesaving rescues.
Crews with the Boise Fire Dive Team made the rescues within a five-and-a-half hour span Monday afternoon.
It was a busy opening day of float season on the Boise River yesterday. In the span of 5 1/2 hours yesterday afternoon, Boise Fire’s Dive Team had 14 rescue assists with 4 of those being life-threatening/lifesaving rescues.#boisefire #BFDMissionStrong pic.twitter.com/pIBiPzNjZx
— Boise Fire Dept. (@BoiseFire) June 28, 2022
The Boise Fire Department reminds anyone planning on going to the river to keep the following safety tips in mind:
- The river is cold and has a strong current
- Avoid low-hanging tree branches.
- Wear properly fitted life jackets and water shoes.
- Everyone should wear life jackets, but it’s mandatory for kids 14 and under
