Kayaker at Byster Lake saved from drowning
On Sunday morning, Hernando County Fire Rescue saved a kayaker from drowning at Byster Lake.
Just after eight in the morning, HCFR responded to Byster Lake for a reported kayaker who flipped in the water and wasn't responding.
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Upon arriving at the scene, fire crews found the victim above the water, holding onto her kayak drifting further out into the lake.
With help from a nearby boater, they were able to rescue the victim and bring her to shore.
After a medical evaluation, she was airlifted to a local trauma center for further treatment.