FRANKLIN COUNTY, MO (KMOX) - Four people have been rescued from the Meramec River, following a helicopter crash. This happened at highway 185 and 185 Spur.
Sullivan Fire Protection District tells K-M-O-X, a helicopter did crash into the Meramec. The extent of injuries are not known right now.
We were waiting to hear back from the Sullivan Fire Marshall, but KMOX is told this is being handled by Missouri Park Rangers.
The Following is a post from Sullivan Fire on their Facebook Page:
Sullivan fire units are currently on the scene of a confirmed helicopter crash in the Meramec River. 4 people out of the water and deploying rescue swimmers now.
Rescue swimmers out of the water. Press briefing will be now handled by the State Rangers.
