12 rescued from Schuylkill River in Philadelphia after 2 boats began taking on water

Twelve people were rescued from two boats in the Schuylkill River.

Someone on one of the small vessels called 911 just after midnight on Thursday morning when they noticed water coming on board.

A police helicopter located the boats near the Platt Bridge in South Philadelphia.

The fire department marine unit and coast guard made sure everyone made it to shore safely.

Police say the 12 people are in their 20s and 30s, and are in good spirits.

It's unclear what caused one of the boats to spring a leak.