(KNSI) – Two kayakers were hurt after being hit by a boat on Monday afternoon on Sauk Lake near Sauk Centre.
The Stearns County Sheriff’s Office says around 1:00 p.m., an 18-foot-long Crestliner collided with a two-person kayak injuring 59-year-old Thomas Hegdal and 62-year-old Susan Hegdal of Fort Collins, Colorado.
Both were initially taken to Sauk Centre Hospital and later to St. Cloud Hospital. Susan suffered severe injuries and was transported by helicopter. Thomas was taken by ambulance.
The boat driver was identified as 48-year-old Michael Dunfee of Sauk Centre. Dunfee and his passengers were not hurt in the crash.
The accident remains under investigation. Deputies say alcohol and drugs were not a factor in the crash.
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