Kayaker Rescued After Falling into Lumber River

Robeson County authorities were called to the area of Lowe Road around 8:30pm.

A man was rescued after falling into the Lumber River Saturday night.

Robeson County authorities were called to the area of Lowe Road around 8:30pm. Upon arrival, they were informed that a pair of kayakers got separated during a thunderstorm. One of them was able to get to safety, but lost contact with their companion. Crews began the search and launched three drones as well as a thermal camera. The 22-year-old man was found nearly a quarter mile away and is expected to be okay.