Calgary paddleboarder critically injured after hitting river bridge abutment
The man was paddleboarding with his son when he struck the structure, prompting an emergency response on the river.
Why it matters
The incident is a reminder of the risks posed by river currents and hazards for paddlers and other water recreation users in Calgary.
A man is in critical condition after colliding with a bridge abutment while paddleboarding on a Calgary river, officials said.
The incident happened while the man was paddleboarding alongside his son. He struck the abutment and sustained serious injuries, prompting a response from emergency crews.
Authorities have not released further details about the man's identity, the exact location on the river, or the circumstances that led to the collision. His current condition and the outcome for his son were not specified in available reports.
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