Seven Hikers Including Infant Rescued From Sabino Canyon Heat Injuries
Seven Hikers Including Infant Rescued From Sabino Canyon Heat Injuries

Seven Hikers Including Infant Rescued From Sabino Canyon Heat Injuries

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Several groups of hikers in Arizona required rescue due to heat-related injuries amid extreme heat conditions. In Sabino Canyon, seven hikers, including a 15-month-old child, were rescued, with five airlifted and three hospitalized. The Pima County Sheriff's Department urged hikers to take precautions such as carrying enough water and wearing protective clothing during extreme heat. Separately, a family of 11 was rescued from a trail in Phoenix after enduring severe heat exhaustion, with firefighters cooling and assisting them down the mountain. Despite trail closures during extreme heat warnings, officials noted it is difficult to prevent access to hiking areas and emphasized the importance of heeding heat warnings to avoid putting themselves and rescuers at risk. Authorities remain committed to rescuing those in distress but strongly advise the public to avoid hiking during dangerous heat conditions.

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