** SOME PEOPLE MAY FIND THIS STORY UPSETTING
We have had an enormous response to our story about Linda and Dennis Weaver, whose dog, Brody, fell through ice and was unable to be rescued. In a Facebook post, they allege that the South River – Machar fire department failed to help save Brody’s life.
You can read our previous article here: https://705blackfly.com/south-river-responds-to-allegations-made-against-fire-chief-after-dog-drowns/
Don McArthur, Clerk-Administrator for the The Village of South River provided a statement. It reads in part:
“It is crucial to recognize that areas with significant current present substantial dangers for ice water rescue operations. Tragically, there have been instances of firefighter fatalities during swift water rescue training within our Province in recent years.
In conclusion, we must consistently conduct a risk analysis for all emergency responses to prioritize the safety of our firefighters. However, when there is a human life at risk and within our capability to save, our firefighters will always step forward and take necessary actions to ensure every effort is made to preserve that life.”
After we published our article, we were contacted by the Weavers. This audio interview gives their side of the story. The Weavers are asking members of the public to attend council meetings in Joly Township and South River to address this incident. There will be a council meeting in South River on January 23rd.
We will continue to follow this story and bring you updates.
