Niagara Parks Police are reminding the public to stay on marked trails after another rescue in the Niagara Gorge.
This one saw a Niagara Falls firefighter swept into the water while trying to help a 16 year old male in distress in the waters near the Whirlpool.
Emergency crews were called to the area of the Lower Niagara River Gorge around 1 o'clock yesterday afernoon.
During the course of the rescue the firefighter decided to use his quick release to come off rope while assisting the teen clinging to a rock.
He was picked up by the NRPS Marine Unit downstream and taken to hospital for assessment.
The teen was pulled from the rock he was stranded on by the Niagara Parks Police High Angle Rescue Team with the help of Niagara Helicopters and taken to hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
Emergency officials says members of the public are welcome to enjoy the natural and scenic environment the Niagara River Gorge trail system has to offer but are reminded to:
Stay on marked trails
Hike in daylight and with a friend
Wear suitable shoes and clothing
Bring a cellular telephone
Tell someone where they are going
Bring water and energy bars
Know your physical limits
Check weather conditions prior to hiking
Do not permit animals to be at large
Do not enter the waters of the lower Niagara River
Leave the grounds in its pristine natural state after your visit