A hiker's yesterday morning turned precarious after a significant fall on the Makiki Valley Trail in Honolulu. The 59-year-old man, who was hiking with a companion, fell from a 40-foot ledge, rendering him unable to continue without assistance. Honolulu Emergency Medical Services (EMS) reported that the accident occurred just after 9:30 a.m., resulting in the man sustaining injuries to his chest and back.

Responding to the distress, the Honolulu Fire Department teams reached the site at 9:42 a.m. and commenced a ground search for the hiker. In a statement obtained by KITV, it was reported that a rescue basket was used to secure the hiker once found. He was subsequently airlifted to a nearby landing zone where EMS took over his medical care by 10:50 a.m.

The injured hiker was later reported to be in serious condition, and there were no other injuries reported from the incident. Hawaii News Now provided updates on the rescue operation, noting the collaborative effort between ground crews and aerial support to ensure the hiker's safety.

In light of the incident, the Honolulu Fire Department urged the public to remember essential hiking safety tips.