7-year-old swims for an hour to get help for dad and sister stranded in river
In Jacksonville, Florida's St. Johns River, close to Mandarin Point, the trio had anchored their boat. Steven was supposed to go fishing for a while his two kids played in the water nearby.
Chase Poust spent about an hour swimming to shore and was able to get to a nearby home to ask for help. https://t.co/7l3pHRATHo
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In Jacksonville, Florida's St. Johns River, close to Mandarin Point, the trio had anchored their boat. Steven was supposed to go fishing for a while his two kids were involved in playing in the water nearby.
At a press conference, Eric Prosswimmer, a spokesperson for the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, said: "We had every resource we possibly could come swiftly and we're happy to report that all three have indeed been retrieved, and all 3 are recovering well. We could never have wished for a better result.
What a narrow escape! Thank you God! We can only see these Miracles since your on our side...
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