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8 swimmers rescued, 1 unconscious after near drowning at Station 16 in Sullivan’s Island: SIFR

Sullivan's Island Fire and Rescue responded to 9 swimmers in distress due to strong currents at Station 16 on Saturday around 4:43 p.m. Eight swimmers were rescued and one was unconscious at the time of rescue.

Date
17 May 2026
Location
Station 16, Sullivan's Island
Type
Water rescue
Outcome
Rescued
People involved
9
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