In a swift water rescue operation yesterday, a Boston Duck Tours boat quickly responded, pulling an adult and a child from the Charles River. The accident, which occurred near 40 Land Blvd., prompted first responders from various agencies to converge on the scene to ensure the swift and safe recovery of the pair, who fell into the water under unclear circumstances.
According to a post on X by the Cambridge Fire Department, both individuals were rescued by the amphibious vehicle and evaluated by emergency medical services. The response involved Cambridge's professional EMS, designated Squad 3 and Division 1. Police units secured the area, pushing back onlookers and managing the situation amidst the gathering crowd, while officers from Cambridge Police and the Massachusetts State Police also responded.
Companies have responded to the Charles River in the vicinity of 40 Land Blvd. A child & adult have been rescued from the water by a @BostonDuckTours boat & are being EMS evaluated by Squad 3, Division 1, & @ProEMSCambridge PM 1.@CambridgePolice & @MassStatePolice also on scene. pic.twitter.com/KZQaVE9DZ0
— Cambridge Fire Dept. (@CambridgeMAFire) August 19, 2024
The dramatic rescue unfolded at the Charles River, a familiar site for incidents over the years. The swift action of the Boston Duck Tours operator highlights the unexpected role that tour vehicles can play in public safety. The identities and conditions of the rescued individuals have not yet been released, leaving a gap in the story of the lives that intersected perilously with the river's currents on that fateful day.
