Monday, August 25, 2014

Mountain Rescue - 18333 N. Thompson Peak Rd - Gateway Trailhead

Mountain rescue reported at the Gateway Trailhead in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve at 18333 North Thompson Peak Road in Scottsdale, AZ.

Units responding include: E8+ SQ8+ SQ204+ L611+ LT276 DC601 MCSO00 SCTP03.

[Update] Female hiker lost on the backside of the Windgate Pass trail. MCSO helicopter assisted in finding the hiker and landed to extricate her off the mountain. The chopper transported her to the landing area. SFD paramedics treated the hiker. She had no injuries.

SFD would like to remind everyone that when hiking. Don't hike alone. Carry a cell phone and plenty of water. Always tell friends where you will be hiking.