Two elderly women almost drowned after overheating in hot tub | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentNext articleIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleGraig GraziosiTuesday 26 August 2025 01:13 BSTRelated: Dog rescued from river in White CountyTwo elderly women on a "girls trip" in Kentucky were rescued after nearly drowning and overheating in a hot tub.Emergency crews were called to a cabin near Red River Gorge on Friday, August 22, responding to reports of unresponsive seniors.Due to pre-existing medical conditions, two women in their 80s became unable to exit the hot tub, leading to unconsciousness.Other members of their group kept their heads above water and called 911, with rescuers applying cold water and ice upon arrival.Both women were treated at a local hospital and released the next day in good condition, prompting warnings about hot tub safety and hyperthermia.In fullTwo elderly women rescued from remote cabin hot tub after girls trip goes dangerously wrongThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in