ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — The St. Johns County Fire Rescue said that it responded to a call earlier this afternoon of a swimmer in distress.
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SJCFR and St. Johns County Marine Patrol arrived in the area of Anastasia State Park. Responders immediately entered the water and were able to bring the swimmer to shore.
A spokesperson for SJCFR said that once on shore, additional emergency crews began medical care. The swimmer was then transported to a local hospital and is listed in critical condition.
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