Firefighters rescued a kayaker from frigid cold water off of Walnut Beach in Milford Monday evening.
The fire department said a bystander reported a kayaker in distress around 5:30 p.m.
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WATCH HERECrews used a jet ski to get to the kayaker and brought him to safety within minutes.
The kayaker was taken to the hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries is unknown.
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SIGN UP The fire department said the kayaker was wearing a life jacket, which helped with their rescue.
Fire officials are reminding boaters to wear personal flotation devices while on the water.
