US Army Rescues Hiker Near Cle Elum

The United States Army Air Ambulance Detachment of Yakima rescued a hiker near Cle Elum, WA after the individual became distressed and suffered heat exhaustion on Tuesday.

“The patient was at about 4,000 feet in rugged wooded terrain, but the visibility was unlimited, and the wind was manageable,” said Chief Warrant Officer 3 Jeffery Bear, pilot in command of the mission.  Read more here

Excellent work to the USAAAD for coming to the hiker's aid. Make sure to always bring water with you when hiking to areas such as trails and mountains, especially since the weather is getting warmer. Please be safe out there!

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