Two individuals and five dogs rescued from Salinas Riverbed

By Paso Robles Press · Wed Feb 18 2026

PASO ROBLES — Two individuals and five dogs were rescued from the Salinas Riverbed on Wednesday, Feb. 18.

Paso Robles Police and Fire dispatch received a report of individuals stranded on an island in the Salinas River. Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services responded one ladder truck, two engines, a Battalion Chief,  Rescue 8151, and Squad 8152 with Boat 8140. 

According to a press release from Paso Fire, crews were able to launch the boat and safely rescue two individuals and five dogs from a riverbed encampment. The Paso Robles Police Department and San Luis Ambulance assisted with victim location and assessment. None of the victims required medical treatment, and no responders were injured. 

Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services would like to remind residents that during periods of heavy rain, especially when soils are already saturated, rivers and creeks can rise rapidly. They advise never attempting to cross unfamiliar moving bodies of water.