Kayaker's Leg Amputated After 20-Hour River Rescue

Posted: 2025-05-03 19:45:58 UTC

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A kayaker had to have their leg amputated in the middle of a river after a 20-hour rescue operation.

Kayaker's leg amputation

20-hour rescue operation

Incident occurred in a river

Difficult rescue conditions

Prolonged rescue operation

Medical emergency in a remote location