Multiple SAR Teams Rescues Two Hikers in Separate Searches in Arizona
Over the weekend, multiple SAR teams came to the rescue for two hikers, in separate searches in Arizona, where in the first search, the first hiker suffered a leg injury near the Superstition Mountains, and Border Patrol, via helicopter, rescued the individual. Meanwhile, in the second search for the 2nd hiker, the Border Patrol Air Crew came to the aid after the hiker, who had been stranded for two days on the Arizona Trail and was suffering injuries.
I am incredibly proud of our agents' swift and professional response to these incidents," McGoffin said in a statement. Read more here
Great work to the Border Patrol team and other volunteers for rescuing the two hikers. We hope they are recovering well from their injuries. This is a reminder to make sure you are well prepared before hiking out by packing a bag full of essentials for the hike, wearing appropriate clothing, and letting someone know where you will be heading. As always, please be safe out there, everyone!
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