Coast Guard Rescues Injured Hiker in Washington's Olympic National Park

Storyful
4 年前

A Coast Guard helicopter crew rescued an injured hiker in Washington’s Olympic National Park on July 10.

The medical evacuation was recorded by a camera onboard the Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin rescue chopper. The female hiker had injured her ankle while climbing on Mount Angeles, a peak located south of Port Angeles.

“This was a really challenging rescue,” said Petty Officer 2nd Class John Hughes, part of the rescue team, according to local reports. “Our partners at Olympic National Park did a fantastic job caring for the woman by preparing her for and assisting her with the difficult hoist. We are happy to be able to help.” Credit: US Coast Guard via Storyful