First responders rescue 2 boaters at Banks Lake in Lanier Co.

LANIER Co., Ga. – Two boaters were rescued by first responders on Monday afternoon after they became stranded on a lake in Lanier County.

Lanier County EMA along with Lanier County Fire Department responded to the scene and rescued 2 boaters who were stranded on Banks Lake on Monday afternoon.

The boaters battery died and after about 2 hours they called 911 for help.

Lanier EMA and Lanier Fire responded, EMA launched its rescue boat and after a short search found the stranded boaters. The stranded boat was towed back to the boat landing where they were assisted in loading their disabled boat on their trailer.

There were no injuries and no damages reported.

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