Portland, OR – Female on Kayak Struck by Plane near on the Willamette River
Portland, OR (August 6, 2021) – One woman was rushed to a local hospital with injuries following a traffic-related incident in Yamhill County on Wednesday. On August 4, emergency crews were notified that their assistance was needed on-site at the Willamette River.
Reports from authorities show that a 42-year-old woman from McMinnville was utilizing a kayak on the Willamette River between Dayton and Wheatland Ferry. At around 5 p.m., a Piper Super Cub airplane attempted to take off and struck the woman. The woman was knocked off her vehicle and into the river.
A marine patrol boat and water rescue boat rushed to the scene to recover the woman from the water. She was rushed via ambulance to a local hospital for care. At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victim who was injured in this accident. We hope for her full recovery.
Boating Accidents in Portland, Oregon
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