LIBBY — A search is underway for a kayaker who went missing near Kootenai Falls near Libby.
Lincoln County Sheriff Darren Short says dispatch received a call of a missing person in the Kootenai River shortly before 8 p.m. on Wednesday.
It was reported that two kayakers were having problems when the woman — who has been identified as Jessica Prado — was seen struggling in an eddy in the river.
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office deputies and David Thompson Search and Rescue responded to the scene.
A cooler was found near the shore above Kootenai Falls and a damaged kayak and other property were found below the falls, according to a news release.
Two Bear Air Rescue and David Thompson Search and Rescue are continuing to search for Prado.
More local news from KPAX
