Injured hiker rescued, airlifted off Mount Elden

  • Source: Arizona Daily Sun
  • Published: 10/22/2018 02:23 PM

On Sunday, Oct. 21 at approximately 2:53 p.m. the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a female hiker who was injured at the juncture of Mount Elden Trail and Sunset Trail. According to officials, the adult female hiker from Kayenta was reported to have a lower leg injury that made her unable to continue her hike. Bystanders provided aid until emergency responders arrived at the scene. Guardian Medical Transport, Summit Fire District, and Coconino County Sheriff’s Office hiked to the patient’s location and initiated care while Search and Rescue hiked in with a litter, litter wheel and warming blankets to assist with carrying her.



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