Last week, a crisis unfolded in Placer County where four hunters, along with their four-legged companions, were found stranded in Little Grizzly Canyon. According to the Placer County Sheriff's Office Facebook page, an emergency text to 911 was made early morning on November 8. The message conveyed that the hunting party needed urgent assistance, one of them being injured and another suffering from a medical condition requiring immediate attention.
The dispatchers were quick to gather essential information, and their diligence played a crucial role in the subsequent rescue operation. Search and Rescue teams, supported by deputies and volunteers, worked in unison to locate the party. Despite the remote location, the sheriff's helicopter, dubbed Falcon 30, was launched to rapidly find the group and bring them to safety. "The Falcon 30 crew quickly located the hunters and their dogs," detailed a statement on the sheriff's office's social media post.
The challenge was not minor; an extraction from such difficult terrain requires precision and a skillful team. Indeed, the rescue crew managed to first hoist the injured hunter out of the area and immediately transport them for medical care. Following that, the remaining three hunters and their dogs were safely airlifted from the canyon. The Sheriff’s Office informed that everyone involved in the incident is doing well post-rescue.
It's situations like these that reveal the preparedness and dedication of Search and Rescue teams. A particularly endearing note from the Sheriff’s Office post highlighted the dogs' bravery: "The dogs - Lilly, Hassle, Crooked Pate, and Reba - were true champs through it all and even made friends with our team!" The commendable effort did not to go unnoticed, with the office extending a big thank-you to all involved parties.
