The rescue effort happened nearby the Morena Boulevard Bridge. First responders say people living on the river's banks were caught off guard by the rising water.
SAN DIEGO — The San Diego Fire Department and San Diego Lifeguards saved 13 people who were almost swept away by the rising San Diego River Sunday night.
The 911 caller was asking for help since the swift waters were rapidly rising, and the caller feared their group would be swept away. SDFD Deputy Chief Dan Eddy says 13 people were found and taken to safety. When ABC 10News arrived on the scene, one of was still being checked out by paramedics.The search effort took an extended period time. According to first responders, the people live along the river banks and islands, so they were caught off guard by the rushing river when the water level rose.
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