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Rock Island State Park
Coverage of Rock Island State Park in the Nexus archive.
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- Two people rescued after overturning kayaks in Rock Island State Park
Two kayakers were rescued after overturning in Rock Island State Park, with multiple agencies coordinating efforts amid dangerous river conditions caused by dam water releases. The rescue teams used a technical rope safety system after the Tennessee Valley Authority suspended dam releases, resulting in no serious injuries.
- Injured hiker rescued at Middle TN state park
An injured female hiker who fell and possibly broke her ankle at Rock Island State Park in Tennessee was rescued by the Sparta White County Rescue Squad, Doyle Volunteer Fire Department, White County EMS, and Tennessee State Parks. The agencies collaborated to locate, assess, and transport the hiker off the trail before emergency medical services provided treatment.