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River rescue in Great Falls (April 23, 2026)

River rescue in Great Falls (April 23, 2026)
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(UPDATE, 9:45 a.m.) Emergency personnel are clear of the bridge now.

The person was taken by boat to Broadwater Bay, and then taken via ambulance to Benefis Health System.

The GFPD said first responders had the first of three rescue boats in the water in less than 10 minutes.

The other responders aided in directing the boat to the person, including using a drone and officers on shore.

The person was out of the water about 10 minutes after the first boat launched.

No other details have been released at this point.

We will update you if we get more information.



(1st REPORT, 9:25 a.m.) The Great Falls Police Department said just after 9 a.m. on Thursday that officers are at the scene of a river rescue.

The rescue effort is along or near the 15th Street Bridge.

Responding agencies include the GFPD, Great Falls Fire Rescue, Black Eagle Volunteer Fire Department, Cascade County Sheriff's Office, Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, and Great Falls Emergency Services.

Drivers may encounter delays along the 15th Street Bridge.

We will update you when we get more information.