A couple of hikers in California were rescued from Joshua Tree during a heat wave after running out of water. The man called 911 when his girlfriend became weak and dehydrated in Painted Canyon on June 9. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office sent a helicopter to their location and found them in a dry creek bed. The man was trying to shield the woman from the intense heat and wind.
The rescue team hoisted the couple into the helicopter and took them to a nearby landing zone. The woman was then rushed to the hospital due to her severe condition, while the man received medical attention in an ambulance. The Painted Canyon area where they were hiking experienced temperatures between 100 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
The National Weather Service issued Excessive Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories across California’s Central Valley and the Desert Southwest. Nearly 19 million people in California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, and South Texas were under these warnings. It is crucial to stay hydrated, have a hiking plan, and inform others of your whereabouts during extreme heat conditions to prevent such incidents.
Remember to always pack more water than you think you will need, especially during heatwaves. Having a detailed hiking plan and informing at least two people about your route can be crucial in emergencies. Stay safe and prepared when venturing out in extreme temperatures to avoid dangerous situations like the one faced by the rescued hikers in Joshua Tree.