Boulder Rescue on Mount Hood

A climber on Mount Hood was pinned under a 16,000-pound boulder after a rockslide near Timberline Lodge—forcing a massive, multi-agency rescue involving snow cats, LifeFlight, OHSU, and a field surgical team. Though the climber was awake and talking, the operation required coordinated efforts from Clackamas Fire, Hoodland Fire, and the Sheriff’s Office, with a helicopter on standby and doctors prepped for surgery. The climber is now hospitalized but expected to make a full recovery. This dramatic rescue highlights how specialized, nationwide technical teams can mobilize in extreme emergencies—proving that when help is needed, the right resources are ready to deploy. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/39529f7b10d805c1