Montgomery County Swift Water Rescue teams responded late Monday night to the Potomac River near Pond Island for kayakers in distress.
According to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) spokesperson Pete Piringer, four adults and two dogs, using newly purchased kayaks, became stranded due to strong currents. All were safely located with the help of a U.S. Park Police helicopter and multiple rescue boats, then relocated to Seneca Creek boat landing near Riley’s Lock. No injuries were reported.
Potomac River IAO Pond Is. Seneca, lost boaters, 2 people/2 dogs on paddle boat, @mcfrs SW714, SW710, SW710B, SW412, M731, PE731, UTV731, Helicopter, BC703, SW730, T731, PE412 responding
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) May 20, 2025
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