Water Rescue at Wendy's: Multiple Rescued
3660 Gender Rd
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Summary
- Firefighters and police officers are conducting a water rescue at a Wendy's in Canal Winchester, Ohio, with limited vehicle access requiring teams to reach the area on foot. Additional rescue teams have been dispatched to assist.
Timeline
Rescue teams report no known victims in the water on the south side, but are searching the wood line.
Divers have been instructed to stand down as the situation stabilizes.
Rescue teams are exiting the initial water rescue site and heading back to the staging area.
A medic unit has cleared the hospital and is returning to assist with the water rescue.
The drone is being relaunched to search below the tree canopy, coordinating with the helicopter overhead.
Rescue teams are exiting the woods after clearing a campsite with no individuals found.
Rescue teams report a washed-out camp on the north side of the path, with no individuals found.
Crews have reached a camp near the bike path but found no individuals present. Further reports are being checked.
Rescue teams are considering deploying a boat along a path south of their current location to assist with the operation.
An additional report indicates that someone is reportedly clinging to a tree, and rescue units are en route to assist.
Rescue teams confirm they have a tarp but no blankets, and will wait to bring supplies until needed.
EMS confirms the two rescued individuals are stable, likely with mild hypothermia. No additional medics are needed.
EMS is confirming which medics transported the rescued individuals.
Rescue teams are clearing the scene on Gender Rd and heading north to assist elsewhere.
Rescue teams report no additional sightings or communication from individuals east of the umbrella location.
Police confirm that two rescued individuals were transported to different medical facilities.
Police are confirming which medics transported the two rescued females.
Rescue teams are advised that victims might be further west upstream and continue searching for five individuals.
The helicopter will maintain a wider orbit to monitor the area while giving ground teams a break.
The individual with the umbrella was not in the water and is safe on the edge.
Rescue teams are investigating debris found 60 yards south-southeast of the umbrella in the woods.
Rescue teams are verifying the camp location near the umbrella and checking for additional signs of habitation.
EMS confirms contact with the individual signaling with the umbrella, and they are okay.
Rescue teams are being directed to a victim signaling with a black and white umbrella under the helicopter.
The helicopter pilot reports possible movement near a black and red umbrella, and rescue teams are investigating.
A helicopter reports seeing a hand through the brush, and rescue teams are investigating the area.
The helicopter spotted a red and black umbrella, possibly indicating a person's location. Rescuers are investigating.
Firefighters are verifying details about missing individuals, including a possible Hispanic male in his late 30s.
A boat and engine are being sent to assist with locating five individuals near Abbey Trails Dr.
Rescue teams are heading north from Abbey Trails towards the river to locate the camp.
Rescue teams are preparing to deploy a boat to check the tree line for four to five people on the south side.
Firefighters are searching for four additional individuals based on new information from police and a civilian.
Rescue teams are coordinating at the southeast corner of the parking lot with the staging area manager.
Rescue teams are reminded that Refugee Road is completely shut down and cannot be accessed.
Rescue teams are assessing the need for a boat at the location and conducting a roll call for accountability.
The drone is being directed to fly lower for better visibility in the search area.
Rescue teams are investigating a second camp location south of a walkway, where five individuals may be located.
The woman on the bicycle has been found in a restroom and will be brought back for questioning.
Rescue teams are staging in a parking lot, coordinating efforts from the bridge on Gender Rd.
Officers are checking near Wendy's for the woman last seen with a bicycle.
Officers are searching for a woman on a bicycle, last seen heading south. Her dog was found nearby.
Rescue teams are coordinating at Abbey Trails to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Crews have been instructed to return while continuing to search along the river.
Rescue teams are investigating reports of a separate camp, distinct from the one where two rescues occurred.
The helicopter is searching for a woman on a bicycle who may know the location of a second camp.
Rescue teams have decided not to add additional resources, as the second camp may have been washed out.
Rescue teams are searching for individuals from a nearby camp who are unaccounted for on the river's south side.
Flooding is obstructing paths, complicating rescue efforts. Rescuers are seeking assistance from stable individuals nearby.
The helicopter is returning to assist, with reports of five more individuals and a dog possibly in the area.
One individual is being transported to a medical facility. Additional medics and engines are on scene.
A helicopter has returned to assist with the water rescue on the southeast side of the location.
EMS reports an oxygen saturation of 94% for a rescued individual. Coordination with additional units is ongoing.
Rescue teams are searching for five more people and a dog, with a drone assisting in locating them.
Two known victims and two officers have been safely removed from the water. Search efforts continue for others.
The DART team is currently staged and following standard procedures for the rescue operation.
Additional rescue units are on the way, coordinating with the dive team for potential assistance.
All Columbus fire rescuers are confirmed safe and out of the water. Accountability has been verified.
The drone is actively searching the area, but no new findings have been reported yet.
Rescue teams are organizing a search along the brush line to locate a missing person and a dog.
Rescue teams are adjusting their search westward towards Gender Road based on new location information.
A second civilian and officer have been rescued and are stable. No additional people are reported in the water.
The helicopter is returning to assist with thermal imaging to locate any additional individuals in the area.
Rescue teams are responding to reports of five more people lost in the area, with additional medics and resources dispatched.
Additional carabiners are being sent to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
Rescue teams are requesting additional carabiners to connect rope bags and clear brush.
Two additional medics are being dispatched to the staging area to assist with the rescue.
Rescue units are deploying a banana boat to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
A second person has been successfully rescued and accounted for.
Rescue teams are working to extricate one officer and one victim still in the water.
One officer is safely out of the water, and search efforts continue for additional victims.
One victim has been successfully rescued from the water and is stable.
A helicopter is being directed to move further east to assist with the rescue efforts.
A supervisor was in the water at the rescue site, availability for assistance is uncertain.
EMS units are coordinating access to assist with an unconscious individual near the rescue site.
Rescue teams are actively working to get individuals out of the water, with helicopter support adjusting position.
A rescue unit is bringing ropes, life jackets, and water equipment to the forward area for the ongoing rescue.
Rescue teams are confirming if the individuals have been safely removed from the water.
Rescue teams are assessing whether to focus efforts downstream or investigate other potential areas of concern.
A medic vehicle is en route to assist with the ongoing water rescue.
A staging area has been established in the parking lot for coordinating rescue efforts.
Two more rescuers have entered the water to assist with the rescue efforts.
An additional medic unit is requested, and an engine unit is arriving on foot with rope bags.
Rescue teams are pulling one person back to shore, with five individuals confirmed in the water.
A helicopter is coordinating to assist with the rescue near Gender and Abbey Trails.
Rescue teams confirm three individuals and two officers are in the water, with up to nine people possibly involved.
Reports indicate there may be seven people trapped in the area, along with a dog.
Helicopter availability is being checked, but weather conditions may prevent it from flying.
Additional rope bags and EMS equipment are being brought to the scene to assist with the rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating positions, with upstream and downstream safety measures in place.
A boat unit is on standby, awaiting further instructions for potential deployment.
Rescue teams are considering using a four-wheel drive pickup truck to assist with the operation.
A drone is being deployed to assist with the water rescue efforts.
A Columbus Fire rescuer is now in the water with two officers.
Rescue teams have located the individuals north of the bridge near a small creek.
Rescue teams confirm the individuals are in shoulder-deep water near a bridge.
Rescue teams are coordinating to transport divers to the scene. Additional traffic control is requested.
Three civilians and two officers are still in the water, with rescue teams bringing rope bags and divers.
A second rescue team has been requested to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating to guide firefighters to the correct location.
Rescue teams are advised against using a station truck due to difficult terrain.
Additional rescue teams are being dispatched to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are accessing the area on foot due to limited vehicle access.
Two officers are in the water attempting a rescue.
Firefighters are responding to a water rescue at Wendy's.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3660 Gender Rd.
Rescue teams report no known victims in the water on the south side, but are searching the wood line.
Divers have been instructed to stand down as the situation stabilizes.
Rescue teams are exiting the initial water rescue site and heading back to the staging area.
A medic unit has cleared the hospital and is returning to assist with the water rescue.
The drone is being relaunched to search below the tree canopy, coordinating with the helicopter overhead.
Rescue teams are exiting the woods after clearing a campsite with no individuals found.
Rescue teams report a washed-out camp on the north side of the path, with no individuals found.
Crews have reached a camp near the bike path but found no individuals present. Further reports are being checked.
Rescue teams are considering deploying a boat along a path south of their current location to assist with the operation.
An additional report indicates that someone is reportedly clinging to a tree, and rescue units are en route to assist.
Rescue teams confirm they have a tarp but no blankets, and will wait to bring supplies until needed.
EMS confirms the two rescued individuals are stable, likely with mild hypothermia. No additional medics are needed.
EMS is confirming which medics transported the rescued individuals.
Rescue teams are clearing the scene on Gender Rd and heading north to assist elsewhere.
Rescue teams report no additional sightings or communication from individuals east of the umbrella location.
Police confirm that two rescued individuals were transported to different medical facilities.
Police are confirming which medics transported the two rescued females.
Rescue teams are advised that victims might be further west upstream and continue searching for five individuals.
The helicopter will maintain a wider orbit to monitor the area while giving ground teams a break.
The individual with the umbrella was not in the water and is safe on the edge.
Rescue teams are investigating debris found 60 yards south-southeast of the umbrella in the woods.
Rescue teams are verifying the camp location near the umbrella and checking for additional signs of habitation.
EMS confirms contact with the individual signaling with the umbrella, and they are okay.
Rescue teams are being directed to a victim signaling with a black and white umbrella under the helicopter.
The helicopter pilot reports possible movement near a black and red umbrella, and rescue teams are investigating.
A helicopter reports seeing a hand through the brush, and rescue teams are investigating the area.
The helicopter spotted a red and black umbrella, possibly indicating a person's location. Rescuers are investigating.
Firefighters are verifying details about missing individuals, including a possible Hispanic male in his late 30s.
A boat and engine are being sent to assist with locating five individuals near Abbey Trails Dr.
Rescue teams are heading north from Abbey Trails towards the river to locate the camp.
Rescue teams are preparing to deploy a boat to check the tree line for four to five people on the south side.
Firefighters are searching for four additional individuals based on new information from police and a civilian.
Rescue teams are coordinating at the southeast corner of the parking lot with the staging area manager.
Rescue teams are reminded that Refugee Road is completely shut down and cannot be accessed.
Rescue teams are assessing the need for a boat at the location and conducting a roll call for accountability.
The drone is being directed to fly lower for better visibility in the search area.
Rescue teams are investigating a second camp location south of a walkway, where five individuals may be located.
The woman on the bicycle has been found in a restroom and will be brought back for questioning.
Rescue teams are staging in a parking lot, coordinating efforts from the bridge on Gender Rd.
Officers are checking near Wendy's for the woman last seen with a bicycle.
Officers are searching for a woman on a bicycle, last seen heading south. Her dog was found nearby.
Rescue teams are coordinating at Abbey Trails to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Crews have been instructed to return while continuing to search along the river.
Rescue teams are investigating reports of a separate camp, distinct from the one where two rescues occurred.
The helicopter is searching for a woman on a bicycle who may know the location of a second camp.
Rescue teams have decided not to add additional resources, as the second camp may have been washed out.
Rescue teams are searching for individuals from a nearby camp who are unaccounted for on the river's south side.
Flooding is obstructing paths, complicating rescue efforts. Rescuers are seeking assistance from stable individuals nearby.
The helicopter is returning to assist, with reports of five more individuals and a dog possibly in the area.
One individual is being transported to a medical facility. Additional medics and engines are on scene.
A helicopter has returned to assist with the water rescue on the southeast side of the location.
EMS reports an oxygen saturation of 94% for a rescued individual. Coordination with additional units is ongoing.
Rescue teams are searching for five more people and a dog, with a drone assisting in locating them.
Two known victims and two officers have been safely removed from the water. Search efforts continue for others.
The DART team is currently staged and following standard procedures for the rescue operation.
Additional rescue units are on the way, coordinating with the dive team for potential assistance.
All Columbus fire rescuers are confirmed safe and out of the water. Accountability has been verified.
The drone is actively searching the area, but no new findings have been reported yet.
Rescue teams are organizing a search along the brush line to locate a missing person and a dog.
Rescue teams are adjusting their search westward towards Gender Road based on new location information.
A second civilian and officer have been rescued and are stable. No additional people are reported in the water.
The helicopter is returning to assist with thermal imaging to locate any additional individuals in the area.
Rescue teams are responding to reports of five more people lost in the area, with additional medics and resources dispatched.
Additional carabiners are being sent to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
Rescue teams are requesting additional carabiners to connect rope bags and clear brush.
Two additional medics are being dispatched to the staging area to assist with the rescue.
Rescue units are deploying a banana boat to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
A second person has been successfully rescued and accounted for.
Rescue teams are working to extricate one officer and one victim still in the water.
One officer is safely out of the water, and search efforts continue for additional victims.
One victim has been successfully rescued from the water and is stable.
A helicopter is being directed to move further east to assist with the rescue efforts.
A supervisor was in the water at the rescue site, availability for assistance is uncertain.
EMS units are coordinating access to assist with an unconscious individual near the rescue site.
Rescue teams are actively working to get individuals out of the water, with helicopter support adjusting position.
A rescue unit is bringing ropes, life jackets, and water equipment to the forward area for the ongoing rescue.
Rescue teams are confirming if the individuals have been safely removed from the water.
Rescue teams are assessing whether to focus efforts downstream or investigate other potential areas of concern.
A medic vehicle is en route to assist with the ongoing water rescue.
A staging area has been established in the parking lot for coordinating rescue efforts.
Two more rescuers have entered the water to assist with the rescue efforts.
An additional medic unit is requested, and an engine unit is arriving on foot with rope bags.
Rescue teams are pulling one person back to shore, with five individuals confirmed in the water.
A helicopter is coordinating to assist with the rescue near Gender and Abbey Trails.
Rescue teams confirm three individuals and two officers are in the water, with up to nine people possibly involved.
Reports indicate there may be seven people trapped in the area, along with a dog.
Helicopter availability is being checked, but weather conditions may prevent it from flying.
Additional rope bags and EMS equipment are being brought to the scene to assist with the rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating positions, with upstream and downstream safety measures in place.
A boat unit is on standby, awaiting further instructions for potential deployment.
Rescue teams are considering using a four-wheel drive pickup truck to assist with the operation.
A drone is being deployed to assist with the water rescue efforts.
A Columbus Fire rescuer is now in the water with two officers.
Rescue teams have located the individuals north of the bridge near a small creek.
Rescue teams confirm the individuals are in shoulder-deep water near a bridge.
Rescue teams are coordinating to transport divers to the scene. Additional traffic control is requested.
Three civilians and two officers are still in the water, with rescue teams bringing rope bags and divers.
A second rescue team has been requested to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating to guide firefighters to the correct location.
Rescue teams are advised against using a station truck due to difficult terrain.
Additional rescue teams are being dispatched to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are accessing the area on foot due to limited vehicle access.
Two officers are in the water attempting a rescue.
Firefighters are responding to a water rescue at Wendy's.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3660 Gender Rd.
Rescue teams report no known victims in the water on the south side, but are searching the wood line.
Divers have been instructed to stand down as the situation stabilizes.
Rescue teams are exiting the initial water rescue site and heading back to the staging area.
A medic unit has cleared the hospital and is returning to assist with the water rescue.
The drone is being relaunched to search below the tree canopy, coordinating with the helicopter overhead.
Rescue teams are exiting the woods after clearing a campsite with no individuals found.
Rescue teams report a washed-out camp on the north side of the path, with no individuals found.
Crews have reached a camp near the bike path but found no individuals present. Further reports are being checked.
Rescue teams are considering deploying a boat along a path south of their current location to assist with the operation.
An additional report indicates that someone is reportedly clinging to a tree, and rescue units are en route to assist.
Rescue teams confirm they have a tarp but no blankets, and will wait to bring supplies until needed.
EMS confirms the two rescued individuals are stable, likely with mild hypothermia. No additional medics are needed.
EMS is confirming which medics transported the rescued individuals.
Rescue teams are clearing the scene on Gender Rd and heading north to assist elsewhere.
Rescue teams report no additional sightings or communication from individuals east of the umbrella location.
Police confirm that two rescued individuals were transported to different medical facilities.
Police are confirming which medics transported the two rescued females.
Rescue teams are advised that victims might be further west upstream and continue searching for five individuals.
The helicopter will maintain a wider orbit to monitor the area while giving ground teams a break.
The individual with the umbrella was not in the water and is safe on the edge.
Rescue teams are investigating debris found 60 yards south-southeast of the umbrella in the woods.
Rescue teams are verifying the camp location near the umbrella and checking for additional signs of habitation.
EMS confirms contact with the individual signaling with the umbrella, and they are okay.
Rescue teams are being directed to a victim signaling with a black and white umbrella under the helicopter.
The helicopter pilot reports possible movement near a black and red umbrella, and rescue teams are investigating.
A helicopter reports seeing a hand through the brush, and rescue teams are investigating the area.
The helicopter spotted a red and black umbrella, possibly indicating a person's location. Rescuers are investigating.
Firefighters are verifying details about missing individuals, including a possible Hispanic male in his late 30s.
A boat and engine are being sent to assist with locating five individuals near Abbey Trails Dr.
Rescue teams are heading north from Abbey Trails towards the river to locate the camp.
Rescue teams are preparing to deploy a boat to check the tree line for four to five people on the south side.
Firefighters are searching for four additional individuals based on new information from police and a civilian.
Rescue teams are coordinating at the southeast corner of the parking lot with the staging area manager.
Rescue teams are reminded that Refugee Road is completely shut down and cannot be accessed.
Rescue teams are assessing the need for a boat at the location and conducting a roll call for accountability.
The drone is being directed to fly lower for better visibility in the search area.
Rescue teams are investigating a second camp location south of a walkway, where five individuals may be located.
The woman on the bicycle has been found in a restroom and will be brought back for questioning.
Rescue teams are staging in a parking lot, coordinating efforts from the bridge on Gender Rd.
Officers are checking near Wendy's for the woman last seen with a bicycle.
Officers are searching for a woman on a bicycle, last seen heading south. Her dog was found nearby.
Rescue teams are coordinating at Abbey Trails to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Crews have been instructed to return while continuing to search along the river.
Rescue teams are investigating reports of a separate camp, distinct from the one where two rescues occurred.
The helicopter is searching for a woman on a bicycle who may know the location of a second camp.
Rescue teams have decided not to add additional resources, as the second camp may have been washed out.
Rescue teams are searching for individuals from a nearby camp who are unaccounted for on the river's south side.
Flooding is obstructing paths, complicating rescue efforts. Rescuers are seeking assistance from stable individuals nearby.
The helicopter is returning to assist, with reports of five more individuals and a dog possibly in the area.
One individual is being transported to a medical facility. Additional medics and engines are on scene.
A helicopter has returned to assist with the water rescue on the southeast side of the location.
EMS reports an oxygen saturation of 94% for a rescued individual. Coordination with additional units is ongoing.
Rescue teams are searching for five more people and a dog, with a drone assisting in locating them.
Two known victims and two officers have been safely removed from the water. Search efforts continue for others.
The DART team is currently staged and following standard procedures for the rescue operation.
Additional rescue units are on the way, coordinating with the dive team for potential assistance.
All Columbus fire rescuers are confirmed safe and out of the water. Accountability has been verified.
The drone is actively searching the area, but no new findings have been reported yet.
Rescue teams are organizing a search along the brush line to locate a missing person and a dog.
Rescue teams are adjusting their search westward towards Gender Road based on new location information.
A second civilian and officer have been rescued and are stable. No additional people are reported in the water.
The helicopter is returning to assist with thermal imaging to locate any additional individuals in the area.
Rescue teams are responding to reports of five more people lost in the area, with additional medics and resources dispatched.
Additional carabiners are being sent to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
Rescue teams are requesting additional carabiners to connect rope bags and clear brush.
Two additional medics are being dispatched to the staging area to assist with the rescue.
Rescue units are deploying a banana boat to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
A second person has been successfully rescued and accounted for.
Rescue teams are working to extricate one officer and one victim still in the water.
One officer is safely out of the water, and search efforts continue for additional victims.
One victim has been successfully rescued from the water and is stable.
A helicopter is being directed to move further east to assist with the rescue efforts.
A supervisor was in the water at the rescue site, availability for assistance is uncertain.
EMS units are coordinating access to assist with an unconscious individual near the rescue site.
Rescue teams are actively working to get individuals out of the water, with helicopter support adjusting position.
A rescue unit is bringing ropes, life jackets, and water equipment to the forward area for the ongoing rescue.
Rescue teams are confirming if the individuals have been safely removed from the water.
Rescue teams are assessing whether to focus efforts downstream or investigate other potential areas of concern.
A medic vehicle is en route to assist with the ongoing water rescue.
A staging area has been established in the parking lot for coordinating rescue efforts.
Two more rescuers have entered the water to assist with the rescue efforts.
An additional medic unit is requested, and an engine unit is arriving on foot with rope bags.
Rescue teams are pulling one person back to shore, with five individuals confirmed in the water.
A helicopter is coordinating to assist with the rescue near Gender and Abbey Trails.
Rescue teams confirm three individuals and two officers are in the water, with up to nine people possibly involved.
Reports indicate there may be seven people trapped in the area, along with a dog.
Helicopter availability is being checked, but weather conditions may prevent it from flying.
Additional rope bags and EMS equipment are being brought to the scene to assist with the rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating positions, with upstream and downstream safety measures in place.
A boat unit is on standby, awaiting further instructions for potential deployment.
Rescue teams are considering using a four-wheel drive pickup truck to assist with the operation.
A drone is being deployed to assist with the water rescue efforts.
A Columbus Fire rescuer is now in the water with two officers.
Rescue teams have located the individuals north of the bridge near a small creek.
Rescue teams confirm the individuals are in shoulder-deep water near a bridge.
Rescue teams are coordinating to transport divers to the scene. Additional traffic control is requested.
Three civilians and two officers are still in the water, with rescue teams bringing rope bags and divers.
A second rescue team has been requested to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating to guide firefighters to the correct location.
Rescue teams are advised against using a station truck due to difficult terrain.
Additional rescue teams are being dispatched to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are accessing the area on foot due to limited vehicle access.
Two officers are in the water attempting a rescue.
Firefighters are responding to a water rescue at Wendy's.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3660 Gender Rd.
Rescue teams report no known victims in the water on the south side, but are searching the wood line.
Divers have been instructed to stand down as the situation stabilizes.
Rescue teams are exiting the initial water rescue site and heading back to the staging area.
A medic unit has cleared the hospital and is returning to assist with the water rescue.
The drone is being relaunched to search below the tree canopy, coordinating with the helicopter overhead.
Rescue teams are exiting the woods after clearing a campsite with no individuals found.
Rescue teams report a washed-out camp on the north side of the path, with no individuals found.
Crews have reached a camp near the bike path but found no individuals present. Further reports are being checked.
Rescue teams are considering deploying a boat along a path south of their current location to assist with the operation.
An additional report indicates that someone is reportedly clinging to a tree, and rescue units are en route to assist.
Rescue teams confirm they have a tarp but no blankets, and will wait to bring supplies until needed.
EMS confirms the two rescued individuals are stable, likely with mild hypothermia. No additional medics are needed.
EMS is confirming which medics transported the rescued individuals.
Rescue teams are clearing the scene on Gender Rd and heading north to assist elsewhere.
Rescue teams report no additional sightings or communication from individuals east of the umbrella location.
Police confirm that two rescued individuals were transported to different medical facilities.
Police are confirming which medics transported the two rescued females.
Rescue teams are advised that victims might be further west upstream and continue searching for five individuals.
The helicopter will maintain a wider orbit to monitor the area while giving ground teams a break.
The individual with the umbrella was not in the water and is safe on the edge.
Rescue teams are investigating debris found 60 yards south-southeast of the umbrella in the woods.
Rescue teams are verifying the camp location near the umbrella and checking for additional signs of habitation.
EMS confirms contact with the individual signaling with the umbrella, and they are okay.
Rescue teams are being directed to a victim signaling with a black and white umbrella under the helicopter.
The helicopter pilot reports possible movement near a black and red umbrella, and rescue teams are investigating.
A helicopter reports seeing a hand through the brush, and rescue teams are investigating the area.
The helicopter spotted a red and black umbrella, possibly indicating a person's location. Rescuers are investigating.
Firefighters are verifying details about missing individuals, including a possible Hispanic male in his late 30s.
A boat and engine are being sent to assist with locating five individuals near Abbey Trails Dr.
Rescue teams are heading north from Abbey Trails towards the river to locate the camp.
Rescue teams are preparing to deploy a boat to check the tree line for four to five people on the south side.
Firefighters are searching for four additional individuals based on new information from police and a civilian.
Rescue teams are coordinating at the southeast corner of the parking lot with the staging area manager.
Rescue teams are reminded that Refugee Road is completely shut down and cannot be accessed.
Rescue teams are assessing the need for a boat at the location and conducting a roll call for accountability.
The drone is being directed to fly lower for better visibility in the search area.
Rescue teams are investigating a second camp location south of a walkway, where five individuals may be located.
The woman on the bicycle has been found in a restroom and will be brought back for questioning.
Rescue teams are staging in a parking lot, coordinating efforts from the bridge on Gender Rd.
Officers are checking near Wendy's for the woman last seen with a bicycle.
Officers are searching for a woman on a bicycle, last seen heading south. Her dog was found nearby.
Rescue teams are coordinating at Abbey Trails to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Crews have been instructed to return while continuing to search along the river.
Rescue teams are investigating reports of a separate camp, distinct from the one where two rescues occurred.
The helicopter is searching for a woman on a bicycle who may know the location of a second camp.
Rescue teams have decided not to add additional resources, as the second camp may have been washed out.
Rescue teams are searching for individuals from a nearby camp who are unaccounted for on the river's south side.
Flooding is obstructing paths, complicating rescue efforts. Rescuers are seeking assistance from stable individuals nearby.
The helicopter is returning to assist, with reports of five more individuals and a dog possibly in the area.
One individual is being transported to a medical facility. Additional medics and engines are on scene.
A helicopter has returned to assist with the water rescue on the southeast side of the location.
EMS reports an oxygen saturation of 94% for a rescued individual. Coordination with additional units is ongoing.
Rescue teams are searching for five more people and a dog, with a drone assisting in locating them.
Two known victims and two officers have been safely removed from the water. Search efforts continue for others.
The DART team is currently staged and following standard procedures for the rescue operation.
Additional rescue units are on the way, coordinating with the dive team for potential assistance.
All Columbus fire rescuers are confirmed safe and out of the water. Accountability has been verified.
The drone is actively searching the area, but no new findings have been reported yet.
Rescue teams are organizing a search along the brush line to locate a missing person and a dog.
Rescue teams are adjusting their search westward towards Gender Road based on new location information.
A second civilian and officer have been rescued and are stable. No additional people are reported in the water.
The helicopter is returning to assist with thermal imaging to locate any additional individuals in the area.
Rescue teams are responding to reports of five more people lost in the area, with additional medics and resources dispatched.
Additional carabiners are being sent to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
Rescue teams are requesting additional carabiners to connect rope bags and clear brush.
Two additional medics are being dispatched to the staging area to assist with the rescue.
Rescue units are deploying a banana boat to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
A second person has been successfully rescued and accounted for.
Rescue teams are working to extricate one officer and one victim still in the water.
One officer is safely out of the water, and search efforts continue for additional victims.
One victim has been successfully rescued from the water and is stable.
A helicopter is being directed to move further east to assist with the rescue efforts.
A supervisor was in the water at the rescue site, availability for assistance is uncertain.
EMS units are coordinating access to assist with an unconscious individual near the rescue site.
Rescue teams are actively working to get individuals out of the water, with helicopter support adjusting position.
A rescue unit is bringing ropes, life jackets, and water equipment to the forward area for the ongoing rescue.
Rescue teams are confirming if the individuals have been safely removed from the water.
Rescue teams are assessing whether to focus efforts downstream or investigate other potential areas of concern.
A medic vehicle is en route to assist with the ongoing water rescue.
A staging area has been established in the parking lot for coordinating rescue efforts.
Two more rescuers have entered the water to assist with the rescue efforts.
An additional medic unit is requested, and an engine unit is arriving on foot with rope bags.
Rescue teams are pulling one person back to shore, with five individuals confirmed in the water.
A helicopter is coordinating to assist with the rescue near Gender and Abbey Trails.
Rescue teams confirm three individuals and two officers are in the water, with up to nine people possibly involved.
Reports indicate there may be seven people trapped in the area, along with a dog.
Helicopter availability is being checked, but weather conditions may prevent it from flying.
Additional rope bags and EMS equipment are being brought to the scene to assist with the rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating positions, with upstream and downstream safety measures in place.
A boat unit is on standby, awaiting further instructions for potential deployment.
Rescue teams are considering using a four-wheel drive pickup truck to assist with the operation.
A drone is being deployed to assist with the water rescue efforts.
A Columbus Fire rescuer is now in the water with two officers.
Rescue teams have located the individuals north of the bridge near a small creek.
Rescue teams confirm the individuals are in shoulder-deep water near a bridge.
Rescue teams are coordinating to transport divers to the scene. Additional traffic control is requested.
Three civilians and two officers are still in the water, with rescue teams bringing rope bags and divers.
A second rescue team has been requested to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating to guide firefighters to the correct location.
Rescue teams are advised against using a station truck due to difficult terrain.
Additional rescue teams are being dispatched to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are accessing the area on foot due to limited vehicle access.
Two officers are in the water attempting a rescue.
Firefighters are responding to a water rescue at Wendy's.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3660 Gender Rd.
Rescue teams report no known victims in the water on the south side, but are searching the wood line.
Divers have been instructed to stand down as the situation stabilizes.
Rescue teams are exiting the initial water rescue site and heading back to the staging area.
A medic unit has cleared the hospital and is returning to assist with the water rescue.
The drone is being relaunched to search below the tree canopy, coordinating with the helicopter overhead.
Rescue teams are exiting the woods after clearing a campsite with no individuals found.
Rescue teams report a washed-out camp on the north side of the path, with no individuals found.
Crews have reached a camp near the bike path but found no individuals present. Further reports are being checked.
Rescue teams are considering deploying a boat along a path south of their current location to assist with the operation.
An additional report indicates that someone is reportedly clinging to a tree, and rescue units are en route to assist.
Rescue teams confirm they have a tarp but no blankets, and will wait to bring supplies until needed.
EMS confirms the two rescued individuals are stable, likely with mild hypothermia. No additional medics are needed.
EMS is confirming which medics transported the rescued individuals.
Rescue teams are clearing the scene on Gender Rd and heading north to assist elsewhere.
Rescue teams report no additional sightings or communication from individuals east of the umbrella location.
Police confirm that two rescued individuals were transported to different medical facilities.
Police are confirming which medics transported the two rescued females.
Rescue teams are advised that victims might be further west upstream and continue searching for five individuals.
The helicopter will maintain a wider orbit to monitor the area while giving ground teams a break.
The individual with the umbrella was not in the water and is safe on the edge.
Rescue teams are investigating debris found 60 yards south-southeast of the umbrella in the woods.
Rescue teams are verifying the camp location near the umbrella and checking for additional signs of habitation.
EMS confirms contact with the individual signaling with the umbrella, and they are okay.
Rescue teams are being directed to a victim signaling with a black and white umbrella under the helicopter.
The helicopter pilot reports possible movement near a black and red umbrella, and rescue teams are investigating.
A helicopter reports seeing a hand through the brush, and rescue teams are investigating the area.
The helicopter spotted a red and black umbrella, possibly indicating a person's location. Rescuers are investigating.
Firefighters are verifying details about missing individuals, including a possible Hispanic male in his late 30s.
A boat and engine are being sent to assist with locating five individuals near Abbey Trails Dr.
Rescue teams are heading north from Abbey Trails towards the river to locate the camp.
Rescue teams are preparing to deploy a boat to check the tree line for four to five people on the south side.
Firefighters are searching for four additional individuals based on new information from police and a civilian.
Rescue teams are coordinating at the southeast corner of the parking lot with the staging area manager.
Rescue teams are reminded that Refugee Road is completely shut down and cannot be accessed.
Rescue teams are assessing the need for a boat at the location and conducting a roll call for accountability.
The drone is being directed to fly lower for better visibility in the search area.
Rescue teams are investigating a second camp location south of a walkway, where five individuals may be located.
The woman on the bicycle has been found in a restroom and will be brought back for questioning.
Rescue teams are staging in a parking lot, coordinating efforts from the bridge on Gender Rd.
Officers are checking near Wendy's for the woman last seen with a bicycle.
Officers are searching for a woman on a bicycle, last seen heading south. Her dog was found nearby.
Rescue teams are coordinating at Abbey Trails to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Crews have been instructed to return while continuing to search along the river.
Rescue teams are investigating reports of a separate camp, distinct from the one where two rescues occurred.
The helicopter is searching for a woman on a bicycle who may know the location of a second camp.
Rescue teams have decided not to add additional resources, as the second camp may have been washed out.
Rescue teams are searching for individuals from a nearby camp who are unaccounted for on the river's south side.
Flooding is obstructing paths, complicating rescue efforts. Rescuers are seeking assistance from stable individuals nearby.
The helicopter is returning to assist, with reports of five more individuals and a dog possibly in the area.
One individual is being transported to a medical facility. Additional medics and engines are on scene.
A helicopter has returned to assist with the water rescue on the southeast side of the location.
EMS reports an oxygen saturation of 94% for a rescued individual. Coordination with additional units is ongoing.
Rescue teams are searching for five more people and a dog, with a drone assisting in locating them.
Two known victims and two officers have been safely removed from the water. Search efforts continue for others.
The DART team is currently staged and following standard procedures for the rescue operation.
Additional rescue units are on the way, coordinating with the dive team for potential assistance.
All Columbus fire rescuers are confirmed safe and out of the water. Accountability has been verified.
The drone is actively searching the area, but no new findings have been reported yet.
Rescue teams are organizing a search along the brush line to locate a missing person and a dog.
Rescue teams are adjusting their search westward towards Gender Road based on new location information.
A second civilian and officer have been rescued and are stable. No additional people are reported in the water.
The helicopter is returning to assist with thermal imaging to locate any additional individuals in the area.
Rescue teams are responding to reports of five more people lost in the area, with additional medics and resources dispatched.
Additional carabiners are being sent to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
Rescue teams are requesting additional carabiners to connect rope bags and clear brush.
Two additional medics are being dispatched to the staging area to assist with the rescue.
Rescue units are deploying a banana boat to assist with the ongoing water rescue efforts.
A second person has been successfully rescued and accounted for.
Rescue teams are working to extricate one officer and one victim still in the water.
One officer is safely out of the water, and search efforts continue for additional victims.
One victim has been successfully rescued from the water and is stable.
A helicopter is being directed to move further east to assist with the rescue efforts.
A supervisor was in the water at the rescue site, availability for assistance is uncertain.
EMS units are coordinating access to assist with an unconscious individual near the rescue site.
Rescue teams are actively working to get individuals out of the water, with helicopter support adjusting position.
A rescue unit is bringing ropes, life jackets, and water equipment to the forward area for the ongoing rescue.
Rescue teams are confirming if the individuals have been safely removed from the water.
Rescue teams are assessing whether to focus efforts downstream or investigate other potential areas of concern.
A medic vehicle is en route to assist with the ongoing water rescue.
A staging area has been established in the parking lot for coordinating rescue efforts.
Two more rescuers have entered the water to assist with the rescue efforts.
An additional medic unit is requested, and an engine unit is arriving on foot with rope bags.
Rescue teams are pulling one person back to shore, with five individuals confirmed in the water.
A helicopter is coordinating to assist with the rescue near Gender and Abbey Trails.
Rescue teams confirm three individuals and two officers are in the water, with up to nine people possibly involved.
Reports indicate there may be seven people trapped in the area, along with a dog.
Helicopter availability is being checked, but weather conditions may prevent it from flying.
Additional rope bags and EMS equipment are being brought to the scene to assist with the rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating positions, with upstream and downstream safety measures in place.
A boat unit is on standby, awaiting further instructions for potential deployment.
Rescue teams are considering using a four-wheel drive pickup truck to assist with the operation.
A drone is being deployed to assist with the water rescue efforts.
A Columbus Fire rescuer is now in the water with two officers.
Rescue teams have located the individuals north of the bridge near a small creek.
Rescue teams confirm the individuals are in shoulder-deep water near a bridge.
Rescue teams are coordinating to transport divers to the scene. Additional traffic control is requested.
Three civilians and two officers are still in the water, with rescue teams bringing rope bags and divers.
A second rescue team has been requested to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are coordinating to guide firefighters to the correct location.
Rescue teams are advised against using a station truck due to difficult terrain.
Additional rescue teams are being dispatched to assist with the water rescue.
Rescue teams are accessing the area on foot due to limited vehicle access.
Two officers are in the water attempting a rescue.
Firefighters are responding to a water rescue at Wendy's.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3660 Gender Rd.
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Ohio News and weather on Facebook says it was a mass casualty and people died
Please don’t tell people that it’s OK to be near this flood water if you’re a good swimmer. Nobody should be going near the slut water intentionally unless you are a rescue team.
This was a homeless camp that got washed out.
Everyone is found safe and alive. 2 women were taken to hospital but released. It was the Homeless camp that was just evicted off gender a few residents moved to this spot and learned the hard way it wasn't a safe place to camp.
Ohio News and weather on Facebook says it was a mass casualty and people died
Please don’t tell people that it’s OK to be near this flood water if you’re a good swimmer. Nobody should be going near the slut water intentionally unless you are a rescue team.
This was a homeless camp that got washed out.
Everyone is found safe and alive. 2 women were taken to hospital but released. It was the Homeless camp that was just evicted off gender a few residents moved to this spot and learned the hard way it wasn't a safe place to camp.
Ohio News and weather on Facebook says it was a mass casualty and people died
Please don’t tell people that it’s OK to be near this flood water if you’re a good swimmer. Nobody should be going near the slut water intentionally unless you are a rescue team.
This was a homeless camp that got washed out.
Everyone is found safe and alive. 2 women were taken to hospital but released. It was the Homeless camp that was just evicted off gender a few residents moved to this spot and learned the hard way it wasn't a safe place to camp.
Ohio News and weather on Facebook says it was a mass casualty and people died
Please don’t tell people that it’s OK to be near this flood water if you’re a good swimmer. Nobody should be going near the slut water intentionally unless you are a rescue team.
This was a homeless camp that got washed out.
Everyone is found safe and alive. 2 women were taken to hospital but released. It was the Homeless camp that was just evicted off gender a few residents moved to this spot and learned the hard way it wasn't a safe place to camp.
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Ohio News and weather on Facebook says it was a mass casualty and people died
Please don’t tell people that it’s OK to be near this flood water if you’re a good swimmer. Nobody should be going near the slut water intentionally unless you are a rescue team.
This was a homeless camp that got washed out.
Everyone is found safe and alive. 2 women were taken to hospital but released. It was the Homeless camp that was just evicted off gender a few residents moved to this spot and learned the hard way it wasn't a safe place to camp.