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VIDEO: Woman, dog rescued after being stranded on rocks in middle of Chattahoochee River

COLUMBUS, Ga. — A woman and her dog were saved after they became stranded on rocks in the middle of the Chattahoochee River. The rescue was all caught on camera.

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The Columbus Police Department said it happened recently, after rising levels trapped them.

The department’s Drone Unit quickly deployed to monitor the situation. The unit kept a close eye on them, while the fire department made their way to the rescue.

Video shows the moment, a rescue crew rushed in on a raft to help the woman and dog trapped in the middle of the river on rocks.

The woman and her dog were safely brought back to shore.

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Officials remind citizens to always prioritize safety when in or near the water.

“Rising river levels can happen quickly, so be sure to wear a flotation device and take precautions,” the Columbus police department said.

The woman’s identity was not released. Authorities did not say how long the woman and her dog were stranded.

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