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One swimmer rescued, another missing near Pennybacker Bridge
Austin Fire and EMS crews rescued one swimmer but continue to search for another after a water emergency near Pennybacker Bridge Saturday evening.
Published July 27, 2025 at 4:03pm
Austin Fire Department and EMS crews responded to two swimmers in distress near Pennybacker Bridge on Saturday evening.
The incident occurred around 6 p.m. near the Plaza on the Lake boat ramp, according to a social media post from AF D. One swimmer was rescued and treated, the department said, while the other remained missing as of Saturday night.