Franklin SAR Rescues Hiker on Appalachian Trail
The Franklin Search and Rescue team rescued a hiker stranded on the Appalachian Trail on Sunday as the man was surrounded by heavy snow and frigid temperatures.
Search and rescue crews are reminding hikers that just because it's spring, doesn't mean conditions are safe. Read more here
Great work to the Franklin SAR team for rescuing the man. We hope he is doing well as we like to remind everyone to make sure to be prepared if you plan on hiking up trails in the mountain areas by packing a bag full of essentials which includes food and a warm blanket. Please be safe out there!
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