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RescueOutcome: Rescued by SARMedical

Rescue — Mt. Flume, Apr 30, 2014

·Mount Flume·Franconia Ridge Trail

22-year-old male from Acton, Massachusetts · party of 2

Benoit Armangau, age 22, accidentally stabbed himself in a lower extremity while cutting evergreen boughs for bedding near the summit of Mt. Flume on April 30, 2014, leaving him unable to walk unassisted. Conservation Officers reached the pair at 1:45 a.m. on May 1 amid snow depths up to two feet and cold rain, stabilizing the injury overnight. Rescuers and volunteers evacuated him to the Liberty Spring Trailhead by approximately 1:30 p.m. on May 1.

What we can learn

Spring hikers are reminded that winter-like conditions still prevail in much of New Hampshire's White Mountains; hikers are urged to use caution and bring appropriate gear.

Before you head out: check the forecast, carry the Ten Essentials, leave your plans with someone, and be willing to turn back. See current conditions for Mount Flume →

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