Two swimmers rescued at Spitting Caves
Advertiser Staff
City lifeguards rescued two males after they got into trouble while swimming at Spitting Caves near Portlock.
A 911 call was made at about 12:30 this afternoon that two swimmers were in distress. Lifeguards on a personal water craft responded from Sandy Beach and were at Spitting caves four minutes later.
Lifeguards were able to retrieve both males and take them to the Maunalua Bay boat ramp. One male refused treatment and the other was treated at the scene for minor injuries, said Bryan Cheplic, spokesman for the city Department of Emergency Services.
Officials warn that Spitting Caves is very dangerous and they recommend against entering the area.