2 men rescued while kayaking in waters off Massapequa
They had ventured out around 6:30 p.m. Monday when they encountered strong winds and currents, police say.
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Two kayakers had to be rescued in the waters off Nassau’s south shore Monday evening.
The men had ventured out around 6:30 p.m., south of Alhambra Beach in Massapequa when they encountered strong winds and currents, police say.
After the elements pushed them further from shore and prevented them from paddling back, they resorted to calling 911 for help.
Nassau County Marine Bureau 6, Nassau County Helicopter 4 and the Town of Oyster Bay Constables were able to locate the kayakers.
The men were taken aboard the vessel and brought safely back to shore along with their kayaks.
There were no reported injuries.
Nassau police are reminding the public to check the weather and water conditions before operating small watercraft and to remember to always wear a life jacket.
