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RescueOutcome: Rescued by SARLost

Rescue — Mt. Jefferson, Jul 24, 2024

·Mount Jefferson·Caps Ridge Trail

60-year-old Alain Dion and 46-year-old Nadine Dion of Quebec, Canada · party of 2

Two Canadian hikers on the Caps Ridge Trail to Mt. Jefferson became lost, ran out of water, and grew tired on July 24, 2024. After an initial 911 call around 5:40 p.m., they attempted to self-rescue but called again at 8:58 p.m. when one became ill and they could not continue. Three Conservation Officers responded and assisted the hikers down to their vehicle, providing food, water, and headlamps.

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No headlamp
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