Chaffee County Search and Rescue Extracted 24-year-old Hiker Due to Heat Exhaustion

Chaffee County Search and Rescue – South is reporting their first call for heat exhaustion for the summer 14’er season.

Crews met a 24-year-old female who had summited earlier in the day but had run out of water and was exhibiting signs of heat-related illness. She was hydrated with IV fluids and assisted back to the trailhead.

Though she and two hiking companions had begun their day with a few liters of water, it was not enough for safely completing a summit attempt of a 14’er on a hot day in July. Heat illness and symptoms related to dehydration can quickly set in.

Beyond bringing the ten essentials (navigation, sun protection, insultation, illumination, first-aid, fire, tools, emergency shelter, food, and water), remember to regularly rehydrate, ideally alternating water and a sports drink designed to replenish electrolytes and salts.

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Danny “Dan R” Ridenour has been in radio and television broadcasting for over 40 years, starting as a senior in high school in Rogers, Arkansas. His radio career has had stops in Nashville, Memphis, Oklahoma, and eventually, Colorado. Dan enjoys being involved in the community, having been a member of the Upper Arkansas Service Club and is currently on the board of directors for the Salida Community Center and is a member of the Chaffee County Fair Committee. He and his wife Carrie spend their days doing everything the mountains have to offer: hiking, camping, fishing and skiing. They've raised 3 children and have 2 grandchildren.

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Chaffee County Search and Rescue Extracted 24-year-old Hiker Due to Heat Exhaustion

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