Crews rescue a man from the Flatrock River in Bartholomew County on Sunday. (Photo Indiana DNR)

Indiana Conservation Officers had to conduct multiple rescues for people attempting fast-moving flood waters throughout the state Sunday, June 28.

According to reports, officers were successful in four unrelated incidents involving people using kayaks on flooded rivers.

Three kayakers were rescued on the Whitewater River in Fayette county. They had gotten caught in a log jam, but were able to get out of their kayaks and wait for rescuers on the logs.

Three kayakers were also rescued from the Flatrock River in Bartholomew county.

Four kayakers were rescued in Shelby county after their kayaks flipped in rough water. One of the group was arrested for possession of marijuana after officers found it in his vehicle. The kayakers reportedly smelled of marijuana, leading to the search.

Two more kayakers were rescued in Delaware county after their kayaks flipped.

A fifth incident in Tippecanoe county resulted in a search for a person who was reportedly missing near Wildcat Creek Park. However, the person officers were searching for called police to say that he was alive and well at around 11 p.m.

Conservation Officers warn that people should stay out of rivers and streams after heavy rain. Flooding can cause hazardous conditions such as tree stumps, log jams and other debris in the water.

The DNR recommends that if you find yourself overturned in fast-moving water, try to keep your feet up and pointed downstream, using them to kick debris and rocks. You should also try to tuck your head into your chest, using your arms to steer.

Source: WTHR