Update Sept 24
RCMP have asked Vernon and Central Okanagan Search and Rescue teams to stand down in their search for a missing paddleboarder on Okanagan Lake. Instead, a dive team and an underwater drone have been brought in as it appears the search has transitioned to a recovery effort.
Original Sept 23
The Vernon North Okanagan RCMP and Vernon Search and Rescue (VSAR) are continuing the search for missing paddle boarder on Okanagan Lake.
On Tuesday, Sept. 22 just before 7 p.m., police were notified about a marine incident on Okanagan Lake.
Police said emergency responders were called to assist a man and woman on paddle boards in distress on the water somewhere between Fintry Provincial Park and Carr’s Landing.
The woman was rescued from the water by a Kelowna Fire Rescue boat, however, the man was not located.
VSAR personnel were deployed to the area and are continuing to search the water and surrounding area for the missing man.
Police said updates will be provided when they become available.
