West Vancouver man drowns trying to rescue his dog – BC | 24CA News
A West Vancouver man died after coming into a fast-flowing creek making an attempt to rescue his canine.
According to police, a married couple was strolling their canine round 9 p.m. on Friday at Cypress Falls Park, when the canine was swept away after coming into the water.
In his try to retrieve the canine, the person in his 40s was additionally swept away by the quick present.
Rescue makes an attempt to seek out and save the person within the night have been unsuccessful.
The man’s physique was found simply earlier than 8 a.m. on Saturday. The canine was discovered deceased as properly.
Out of respect for the privateness of the person’s household, West Vancouver Police is not going to be releasing his title.
“This was not the outcome we had all hoped for and it is an enormous tragedy for the family of the victim and our community,” mentioned Sgt. Mark McLean.
“Our hearts go out to them”.
Victim providers have been provided to the affected household and they’re being supported, police mentioned.
Much of B.C. stays beneath a excessive streamflow advisory, nevertheless, there isn’t a advisory for the North Shore.
Officials are warning British Columbians in opposition to being close to fast-flowing rivers and creeks.
“Stay clear of fast-flowing rivers and potentially unstable riverbanks,” the River Forecast Centre urged.
“Avoid recreational activities such as fishing, swimming, boating or hiking near high streamflow advisories.”
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