Captain Saves Teen After Current Carried Him Almost a Mile From Florida Shore: Officials

Teen rescued after being swept away by ocean current off Martin County

A 15-year-old boy was safely rescued after being swept nearly a mile out to sea by a strong current off the coast of Martin County.

Captain saves teen after current carried him almost a mile from Florida shore: Officials

(WJW) - A private boat captain is being hailed a hero after first responders said he rescued a teen who was swept up by strong ocean currents off the Florida coast over the weekend. According to the Martin County Sheriff's Office, deputies and fire rescue crews started an "all-out-search" for a 15-year-old boy who went missing while using a boogie board in the water near Beach Road in Martin County. Martin County Fire Rescue said they received t…

'MIRACLE RESCUE': Teen swimmer found safe after going missing at Blowing Rocks Preserve

A family is feeling thankful after their 15-year-old was found safely on Sunday in what Martin County officials are calling a "miracle rescue."WATCH: Water safety concerns rise following incidents in Martin County over the weekend 'MIRACLE RESCUE': Teen swimmer found safe after going missing at Blowing Rocks PreserveAccording to Martin County Fire Rescue, they received a call at around 5:30 p.m. Sunday regarding a missing swimmer at Blowing Rock…