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Published on October 06, 2024
Female Hiker Rescued by LAFD Helicopter Near Hollywood Sign, Transported to Hospital in Fair ConditionSource: Los Angeles Fire Department

A hiker in distress was rescued near the iconic Hollywood sign on the afternoon of October 5th after suffering a lower extremity injury. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department's alert, the call designated Incident #0849, was reported at 12:31 PM near 3824 Mt Lee Dr in the Hollywood Hills.

Rescue efforts for the approximately 45-year-old female were conducted by the LAFD, who gave on-ground treatment after they located her in a secluded area. The patient was prepped for evacuation which involved a hoist operation by an LAFD rescue helicopter. "Paramedics located her and provided treatment on the ground prior to preparing her for a hoist", LAFD's Nicholas Prange relayed in the incident alert.

The aerial rescue was necessary due to the woman's inaccessible position on rough terrain. The responders then transported her to a local hospital, where she was reported in fair condition. The LAFD's skillful coordination highlighted the department's readiness to handle emergencies in some of LA's challenging geography.

The LAFD units that responded included FS 82; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 4 with cooperating teams BC5 E235 E290 E82 H0E H1 H7 HA1 HA7 RA76 RA82 RH114 T35 T90. During these rescue operations, Channel 7 (CH7) and Channel 15 were active for communications. For more information, the official LAFD incident alert page provides continuous updates to such emergencies within the Los Angeles area.