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Hiker Rescued in Rocky Mountains Snowstorm Wearing Cotton Hoodie

A hiker in the Colorado Rockies was rescued after searchers followed footprints in the snow to find them "alive but very hypothermic." The hiker was unprepared for the conditions, wearing only a cotton hoodie and lacking food and water. As darkness approached, the hiker decided to descend an avalanche chute to reach a road. Search and rescue teams located the hiker after spotting footprints in the snow and discovered them covered in snow but alive. Rescuers spent three hours warming the hiker before safely bringing them down the slope.

2 years ago•Source: CNN

Hiker's Harrowing Night on 14er Ends with Emergency Call

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2.62 min•2 years ago

Hiker's Harrowing Night on 14er Ends with Emergency Call

A 73-year-old hiker successfully summited Mount Columbia in Colorado but got stuck on his descent due to rain, snow, and fog. Despite being unprepared for a night in high-elevation terrain, he decided to spend the night above treeline. The next morning, experiencing extreme cold, shaking, and vomiting, he called 911 for assistance. Search and rescue advised him to wait for help due to the dangerous terrain. He was eventually rescued and taken to the hospital. This incident highlights the importance of being prepared with layers and gear, understanding the risks of altitude sickness, being aware of weather changes, and not hesitating to call emergency services when needed.

via The Denver Gazette