Man rescued after falling into Anacostia River, DC Fire says

Man rescued after falling into Anacostia River

A man is safe after falling into the Anacostia River Saturday morning. He was rescued by boat, but it's still not clear how he ended up in the water.

WASHINGTON - D.C. Fire and EMS rescued an adult from a river in the area of Southwest.

Officials responded to the area of 200 block V St. Saturday morning around 8:51 a.m., for the report of a person in the water. Fireboats were deployed, and Harbor units also assisted in rescuing the individual from the water.

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Adult in stable condition after morning water rescue in DC

Rescue officials say the man was in stable condition when transported to land for evaluation by EMS.

Officials say the investigation into how the man fell into the river is ongoing.

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