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Rescue — Franconia Brook Trail, Jul 30, 2024

·Franconia Brook Trail

Alyssa Hewson, 29, of Woonsocket, Rhode Island

Hewson's party was attempting the 32-mile Pemi Loop over two days and decided to bail via the Franconia Brook Trail; she fell about 5 feet on a steep wet section, suffering an upper-body injury 5.4 miles from the trailhead. A companion paramedic provided aid; about 30 volunteers and five officers carried her out. The group was well prepared.

Contributing factors

Underestimated distance
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