A boat with an Alberta registration was found adrift in the middle of Okanagan Lake on Tuesday afternoon.
According to reports, the boat was spotted by a passing boater who immediately alerted authorities. The boat was found approximately 1.5 kilometers from the shore, near the William R. Bennett Bridge.
The Kelowna Fire Department and the RCMP were called to the scene to assist with the situation. Upon arrival, they discovered that the boat was unoccupied and there were no signs of distress.
The boat was towed back to shore and is now in the possession of the RCMP. They are currently investigating the incident and trying to locate the owner of the boat.
It is unclear at this time how the boat ended up adrift in the middle of the lake. The RCMP is asking anyone with information about the boat or its owner to come forward.
This incident serves as a reminder for boaters to always ensure their vessels are properly secured and to have all necessary safety equipment on board. It is also important to regularly check and maintain boats to prevent any potential accidents or incidents.
The RCMP is urging anyone who may have witnessed the boat being launched or anyone who has any information about the owner to contact them immediately.
Thankfully, no one was injured in this incident and the boat was safely returned to shore. The RCMP will continue to investigate and provide updates as they become available.
In the meantime, boaters are reminded to always be vigilant and responsible while out on the water. Safety should always be the top priority to ensure a pleasant and enjoyable experience on Okanagan Lake.
