A video captured the intense rescue of a hiker who fell around 25 feet onto rocks at a popular hiking destination.
The incident took place on Sunday afternoon at Big Falls, near Forest Falls in the San Bernardino Mountains.
Emergency responders were notified around 3:45 p.m. after hearing cries for help from the area.
The caller couldn’t see the injured hiker but reported hearing cries for help from about halfway up the falls.
Emergency crews rescued a hiker who fell 25 feet at a San Bernardino County waterfall after slipping on wet rocks. (Getty Images)
According to investigators, the hiker slipped on a wet and slippery section of the waterfall, leading to the fall into a rocky basin below.
Rescue teams hiked to the scene and found the victim with serious injuries. After evaluating his condition, they called for a helicopter with hoisting capabilities to safely evacuate him from the rugged terrain.
Dramatic video shows first responders help hiker seriously injured at Big Falls. (San Bernardino County Fire )
A paramedic was lowered from the helicopter and, with assistance from ground crews, secured the man in a stokes basket. He was then airlifted to a nearby trauma center. His current medical condition is unknown.
No other injuries were reported.
Hiker rescued after taking plunge 25 feet onto rocks at popular Big Falls waterfall in San Bernardino County. (San Bernardino County Fire)
Multiple emergency units participated in the rescue, including a fire engine, rescue crew, battalion chief, a helicopter team, and a public information officer.
San Bernardino County Fire reminded hikers to stick to designated paths and be cautious near waterfalls.
“We respond to incidents at this popular location often, where people are seriously injured, so please make smart choices and stay safe,” the department stated in a post.
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