Coordinated Rescue in the Mountains | Charlotte News

When a hiker got hurt deep in Avery County, a massive rescue operation unfolded — involving EMS, multiple volunteer fire departments, mountain rescue teams, emergency management, and even a drone crew. They stabilized the hiker on scene, loaded them into a Stokes basket, and carried them out over rugged terrain to an ambulance. While injury details remain unknown, the sheer scale of the response underscores how vital these trained teams are when nature throws a curveball. It’s a powerful reminder of the courage and coordination that saves lives in the wild — and that the hiker is now receiving the care they need. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/c315ed71ed53f9b2