Kenosha, WI – A Kenosha woman was saved from potentially drowning in Lake Michigan on Sunday evening by her quick-thinking brother-in-law. At 6:38 PM, the Kenosha Police Department, alongside the Kenosha Fire Department, responded to Simmons Island Beach after receiving emergency calls about a woman struggling in the water.
According to the Kenosha Police Department, the 40-year-old woman was caught in riptides and pulled into deep water. Her brother-in-law, Jesus Vidal-Cervantes, 35, bravely swam out to rescue her, bringing her safely back to shore. The woman had been in the water for over 10 minutes and was exhausted but is expected to recover fully after being treated at a local hospital.
Swimming in Lake Michigan is a popular summer activity in Kenosha, but it comes with risks. The National Weather Service provides daily swim risk forecasts for Southeast Wisconsin on their website. As of today, the swim risk is categorized as Low, but it is essential to stay within swimming capabilities and remain aware of changing conditions.
For more safety tips and swim risk categories, visit the National Weather Service’s Beach Hazards page. Stay safe and always be cautious when swimming in open waters.
