EVERETT — An adult male kayaker remained missing as of Monday afternoon after Everett police and firefighters rescued multiple paddleboarders from a sudden storm Sunday night.
Just before 5:20 p.m. Sunday, first responders responded to a report of a water rescue involving multiple paddleboarders between the area of Edgewater Park and Mukilteo. The trouble began when a mostly clear day evolved to heavy rain and wind entered the area.
Five people were safely rescued or managed to rescue themselves, according to a Facebook post. Members from the Everett Fire Department rescued three individuals, one from the water and two others who were found clinging to the end of the Boeing pier. A rescue boat from Washington State Ferries helped pull another person in the water.
Multiple agencies, including the U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Northwest, Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, Mukilteo Fire and Police, South County Fire, and Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue participated in the rescue efforts.
During the rescue, first responders discovered that an adult male in a kayak, not connected with the group of paddleboarders, was missing in the area. A thorough search by water and air failed to locate the missing kayaker, who reportedly was not wearing a life jacket.
Everett Police’s marine unit continued to search for the missing male Monday, agency spokesperson Natalie Given said.
Police and fire officials ask that recreationalists remember these water safety tips when on the water:
• Wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved, properly fitted life jacket.
• Have a whistle to use to signal for help.
• Check weather reports before going out, as wind speed, water temperature, and current can all impact paddling.
• Paddle with a buddy.
• Understand the tides.
Michael Henneke: 425-339-3431; michael.henneke@heraldnet.com; Twitter: @ihenpecked.
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