The body of a teenager who was swept under the rushing currents of the Russian River has been recovered. One of the teens was able to get out of the river by themselves, but the search for the second teen was suspended and resumed the next day, resulting in the recovery of the body.
The body of a teenager was recovered Friday morning from the Russian River after he was swept under the rushing currents the day before. Sonoma County sheriff's deputies were first informed around 4:40 p.m. Thursday that two teenagers were swept into the river from Steelhead Beach. Witnesses said one of the teens was able to get out of the river by themselves. They were taken to a local hospital.However, the same could not be said about the second teen.
"We caution people at this time of year to really watch the water. The water is moving fast. It is still at a high level. If you are not an experienced swimmer, you should not swim in the Russian River at this time," said Sonoma County Battalion Chief Shawn Johnson.
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