Search and recovery efforts are underway once again in Lake Michigan after two swimmers went missing on Friday. Strong winds and high waves are hindering the search.
Officials in northwest Indiana have resumed search and recovery operations for two swimmers who went missing in Lake Michigan on Friday. The search was initially called off late Friday due to nightfall, but efforts have resumed Saturday morning with the assistance of sonar equipment.
According to FOX 32 in Chicago, the two men had been on a boat with ten other individuals when one of them jumped into the water to swim. However, he encountered difficulties and began to struggle. The group attempted to move the boat closer to him but were unable to reach him due to strong winds and waves.
Search Resumes for Two Missing Swimmers in Lake Michigan Amidst Challenging Weather Conditions
A second man then entered the water in an attempt to assist the first swimmer. However, he also encountered difficulties, prompting a third man wearing a life jacket to enter the water. Unfortunately, the third man became separated from the other two.
The Coast Guard successfully rescued the man with the life jacket at approximately 4:30 p.m. Friday and transported him to a hospital for treatment of mild hypothermia. He has since been released.
Search Resumes for Two Missing Swimmers in Lake Michigan Amidst Challenging Weather Conditions
Local officials, including the Lake County Sheriff's Department, the Hammond Fire Department, the Hammond Police Department, and the Hammond Port Authority, are collaborating in the search efforts.
The missing men hail from Elk Grove Village and Mount Prospect, respectively.
Search Resumes for Two Missing Swimmers in Lake Michigan Amidst Challenging Weather Conditions
Separate incidents involving two swimmers occurred on Friday in Lake Michigan. A man and a teenage girl were rescued at Muskegon's Pere Marquette Park, approximately 45 miles northwest of Grand Rapids. The girl was initially unresponsive but regained consciousness by 6 p.m. Friday. The man was found later and received CPR; his condition is reported to be serious.
In Galveston, Texas, the Coast Guard rescued two children and two adults from the water off Galveston, Texas, after their vessel capsized on Thursday. All four individuals were clinging to the capsized vessel when the Coast Guard arrived. Two children were wearing life jackets, while the two adults were not. They were safely transported to shore without any reported injuries.
Search Resumes for Two Missing Swimmers in Lake Michigan Amidst Challenging Weather Conditions
The ongoing search for the two missing swimmers in Lake Michigan highlights the importance of water safety, particularly in challenging weather conditions. The strong winds and high waves in the area are making the search efforts difficult. Officials urge the public to exercise caution when participating in water-related activities and to wear appropriate safety gear, such as life jackets.
