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Cliffside Rescue

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rescueadventure1 year ago

Dramatic Helicopter Rescue Saves Hiker Clinging to California Cliff

A hiker in California was rescued by helicopter after falling off a trail and clinging to a cliffside above the rising ocean tide. The dramatic rescue, captured on video, showed the man being hoisted to safety by the crew of the helicopter. The hiker, who fell 50 to 60 feet from the trail, sustained minor injuries and is in stable condition. Officials are urging caution for hikers in the area, emphasizing the dangers of the steep cliffs.

accidents-and-rescues1 year ago

"Two-Day Cliffside Rescue: Man Saved After Car Plunges Off Big Sur"

A Pacific Grove man was rescued after driving his car off a Big Sur cliffside and falling 400 feet. The man, who crashed while driving home from his job in Big Sur, was found waving to the search team next to the wreckage of his car. He swerved to avoid deer on the roadway and was thrown from the sunroof of his car while it rolled down the cliff. Big Sur Fire Chief Matt Harris assessed the driver's health and both were airlifted off the cliff. The victim sustained moderate injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital in stable condition.