A boat overturned on the Iowa River near Chelsea at about 1:30 p.m. on Sunday afternoon.  "Two people were safely recovered with only minor injuries," the Tama County Sheriff's Department reported.  

Also responding to the call were the  Tama County Sheriff ¢â‚¬â„¢s Office, Tama Police Department, Chelsea Fire, Belle Plaine Fire, and Belle Plaine Ambulance as well as nearby citizens also jumped in to help.

"We ¢â‚¬â„¢re thankful for the quick response by everyone involved. This could have ended much worse, and we ¢â‚¬â„¢re glad both individuals are okay," TCSD said.