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Berkeley Co. Rescue Squad Saves Kayaker Clinging to Tree

by Nikki Gaskins Campbell
Berkeley Co. Rescue Squad carries kayaker to safety.
Berkeley Co. Rescue Squad carries kayaker to safety.

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C–The Berkeley County Rescue Squad has spent the last two days evacuating people from areas overtaken by flood water.

On Sunday afternoon, the rescue squad responded to the area of U.S. Highway 176 and State Road for an overturned kayaker.

Once squad members arrived on scene, they located the kayaker clinging to a tree.

Squad members got the kayaker into one of their rescue boats and carried him to safety.

Chief Bill Salisbury says the kayaker was not wearing a lifejacket.

First responders are asking people to stay at home if at all possible.

If Berkeley County residents need assistance or rescued, they are asked to call Berkeley County EOC at 843-719-4800.

For those seeking shelter, Cainhoy Elementary lovatef at 2434 Cainhoy Road in Huger is now open.
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