HONOLULU (KHON2) — At 2:30 p.m. on April 18, Ocean Safety responded to a 911 call for three teenaged kayakers in distress off Kipapa Island in Kaneʻohe Bay.
Ocean Safety says crews traversed difficult search conditions, such as heavy rain, thunder and lightning to find the three 17-year-old boys.
One of the boys was rescued off Kipapa Island at 3:15 p.m., uninjured and brought to shore at Heʻeia Kea Pier. The two other boys were brought to safety soon after by a good Samaritan.
Ocean Safety officials remind the public to always check and consider weather conditions prior to getting into the water. Life jackets and cellphones are also highly recommended while using kayaks and boats.