Lake Michigan swimmer rescued by brother-in-law in Kenosha

KENOSHA, Wis. (CBS 58) -- A 40-year-old woman was saved by her brother-in-law while swimming in Lake Michigan, according to the Kenosha Police Department.

The close call took place at Simmons Island Beach on Sunday, June 30 when the woman was pulled into deep water by riptides.

Jesus Vidal-Cervantes, 35, swam out to rescue her, bringing her back to shore after she had been in the water for more than 10 minutes. The woman was treated at a local hospital before being released.

In a press release on Monday, July 1, Kenosha police reminded swimmers to be cautious in Lake Michigan, noting that the National Weather Service provides a daily surf zone forecast under the Beach Hazards section on their website to highlight current swim risks and safety tips.

Click here for a direct link to the surf zone forecast, including the current swim risk level.