14-year-old swept by tidal current in Norwalk rescued
Two Rowayton firefighters dove into the water from the bridge and brought the teen to shore.
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A 14-year-old was rescued Thursday after a tidal current in Norwalk swept the teen, fire officials said.
Norwalk fire and police with the Rowayton Volunteer Fire Department responded to the Bluff Avenue Bridge for a reported drowning.
Officials say the teen was swept by the current north of the bridge and struggled to remain above the water.
Two Rowayton firefighters dove into the water from the bridge and brought the teen to shore.
Paramedics evaluated the teen, who did not require further treatment.
