Drunk kayakers rescued after capsizing in banned Ruhr River stretch
Two intoxicated men capsized their kayaks on the Ruhr River near Herdecke late at night. The incident led to a rescue operation after a passing jogger spotted the pair struggling in the water. Emergency services were called. The accident happened on a stretch of the Ruhr where kayaking is banned after dark. Firefighters described the men's actions as 'grossly negligent'. The men remain unnamed but face potential legal consequences. If found liable, they could be billed for the expenses incurred during the rescue. The incident has also highlighted the dangers of kayaking under the influence and in prohibited areas.
