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A PERSON has fallen into a river in York after railings they were leaning on gave way.
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to the scene at 2.23am this morning (Thursday, October 1).
A service spokesperson said: "Prior to the crews getting there a member of the public had thrown the person a life ring and helped them out of the river.
"The person was left in the hands of paramedics, and no fire service action was necessary."