Five people were rescued after getting into trouble into waters off Kauai.
One was in critical condition, while one was seriously injured and two were in stable condition.
A fifth person, a good Samaritan, declined transport to the hospital.
The incident happened about 4:50 p.m. Sunday off Kealia Beach.
Lifeguards jumped into action to help the people in the water.
When firefighters arrived, they assisted the five to shore with rescue tubes.
