Novice climber rescued after surviving 1,500ft fall down California mountain
Summary
A 31-year-old beginner climber fell about 1,500 feet while climbing Mount Shasta in California but was rescued and taken to a hospital. She had injuries including a possible broken ankle but was conscious and in good spirits when found.Key Facts
- The woman was climbing the Left of Heart route on Mount Shasta with two other novice climbers.
- She fell from around 13,000 feet elevation.
- Rescue started midday after a call was made to rangers.
- Helicopter rescue was impossible at first due to cloud cover, so three rangers climbed up on foot.
- A member of the climbing party and a helpful climber stayed with rescuers during the rescue.
- The woman was lowered on a rescue stretcher to Lake Helen and then airlifted to a medical center.
- Mount Shasta is a difficult mountain with steep snow, ice, and rockfall hazards.
- The Forest Service advises climbers to be honest about their experience and to use proper equipment like crampons, ice axes, and helmets.
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