Deputies save man, dog stranded in Kings River

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. ( KSEE/KGPE ) – Deputies assisted a man and a dog who were stranded in the Kings River over the weekend, the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office said.

Around 4 p.m. on Saturday, deputies say a man lost his kayak while floating the Kings River near Adams Avenue and Kings River Road in Parlier. He and his dog safely made their way atop a downed tree in the water while a friend contacted the Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff’s officials say two of their boating deputies responded to the location and picked him and his dog up. The deputies also helped retrieve his kayak and safely sent him and his dog back downstream.

In this situation, the dog was wearing a life jacket. Deputies encourage other pet owners to put life jackets on their pets as well because, although many dogs are great swimmers, they can become overwhelmed.

Deputies add there have been times when pet owners drown while trying to save their furry friends, so a life jacket will give dogs the strength to stay afloat and make it easier for them to be rescued.

It is also encouraged for people to always wear a life jacket and for those who are not experienced swimmers to remain out of the water.

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