A couple headed out for a canoe trip on Florida’s Alafia River, but their day on the water took a dramatic turn.On September 27, the husband and wife found themselves unable to paddle their canoe back against the river’s strong current.The couple tied their canoe to the shoreline and called for help.Deputies from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit responded and located the couple, safely bringing them back to Lithia Springs Park.The deputies also towed their canoe back to the launch.The entire rescue was captured on a body-worn camera belonging to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
