2nd swimmer in important situation after weekend water incident on Lake Huron

A swimmer was transported to hospital in important situation over the weekend after bystanders reported an individual in misery in Lake Huron. 

Lambton OPP stated they and different first responders attended Pinery Provincial Park on Saturday simply after 5 p.m. for a report of an unresponsive swimmer. 

“Investigation determined that the individual had been swimming in Lake Huron when they went into distress,” OPP stated in an announcement Monday. “Good Samaritans assisted in bringing the swimmer to shore and immediately began administering CPR until emergency responders arrived and took over care.”

A 50-year-old from Hannon, Ont., which is close to Hamilton, was taken to hospital in important situation. The investigation continues, however police say they need to thank members of the general public who assisted earlier than emergency personnel arrived on scene. 

“Lake Huron is a beautiful but powerful body of water, and conditions can change quickly,” OPP stated. “No matter your swimming abilities, safety should always come first. Always wear a life jacket or personal flotation device (PFD) when swimming in open water. Life jackets save lives.”

It’s the second incident in Lake Huron that police reported Monday. Earlier within the day, they stated one other swimmer remained in important situation after almost drowning at Canatara Beach.