Glendale river rescue; father, son saved near Kletzsch Park

The Brief

  • A father and son were rescued from the Milwaukee River near Kletzsch Park.
  • Officials say the pair became stranded while kayaking from Thiensville.
  • Authorities warn recent storms have made river conditions more dangerous.

GLENDALE, Wis. A father and son were rescued from the Milwaukee River in Glendale after getting stranded while kayaking near Kletzsch Park on Sunday, April 19.

What we know:

North Shore Fire/Rescue said crews responded around 3 p.m. after the pair became stuck on an island-like area where the river splits.

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