Citizen Hero Saves Two on Water | Canada News

Two women were rescued from peril on the water near Mud Pie Island last Friday night — thanks to a civilian jet ski, not the fire department’s main boat, which couldn’t reach them due to low water. The incident echoes a 2021 tragedy where firefighter Pierre Lacroix drowned during a similar rescue, sparking past recommendations for personal watercraft in emergency response. The firefighters’ union is pushing back, arguing it’s not the public’s role to be the hero — and questioning why the city hasn’t acted despite promises in 2023 to upgrade training and equipment. Meanwhile, the fire department urges everyone on the water to stay safe, wear life jackets, and respect the river’s power. This latest rescue underscores how ordinary citizens can save lives — but also demands urgent action to prevent future tragedies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1be6c937e5607e6e