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RescueOutcome: Rescued by SARMedical

Rescue — Mt. Moosilauke, Aug 26, 2010

·Mount Moosilauke·Benton Trail

83-year-old male hiker from Ledyard, Connecticut

Howard Flora (83) injured his knee descending Mt. Moosilauke on August 26, 2010, and was unable to continue. He spent the night on the Benton Trail with minimal gear and was found hypothermic the following morning by three female hikers about half a mile below the summit. Rescue crews carried him to the summit where he was airlifted by DHART helicopter to Dartmouth Hitchcock Hospital.

What we can learn

Hiking with others, leaving an itinerary, having backup plans, and carrying emergency gear can all help you get through an emergency situation.

Contributing factors

No emergency shelterSolo
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 Moosilauke →

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