MESA — Two kayakers were rescued from the Salt River after one capsized Sunday afternoon.
Officials say two men were kayaking near the Phone D Sutton recreational area when they were separated.
One of the men capsized but was able to hold on to bushes and trees.
Crews conducted a swift water rescue with the help of the Maricopa County Sheriffs Office's helicopter.
The man did not have any injuries.
Officials say the fact that the man was wearing a life jacket at the time of the capsize "played a huge role in a positive outcome."
This incident happened downstream from a deadly incident Saturday in which an 81-year-old man fell off his kayak and did not resurface.
