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USA Today
25-05-2025
- USA Today
Video shows dramatic rescue of hikers from Tahoe National Forest
Video shows dramatic rescue of hikers from Tahoe National Forest Show Caption Hide Caption Lost hikers were airlifted to safety from a forest The Placer County Sheriff's Office rescued lost hikers from a forest in Northern California after they ran out of food. Dramatic footage shows two hikers being rescued from a Northern California forest, according to the Placer County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's Office said in a May 20 Facebook post that they received a GPS distress text from the hikers near the Mumford Bar Trail in the Tahoe National Forest on May 16. The pair were out of food and had lost the trail, according to the Sheriff's Office. The hikers were advised to shelter in place overnight. A rescue effort began at first light on May 17. "Though cold and tired, both were in good condition," the Sheriff's Office said. Elise Soviar, a spokesperson for the sheriff's office, told CBS Sacramento that the rescue was a reminder of the need to be prepared before setting off on the trails. "There are places all across Placer County and the Sierra where you're not prepared for what you're about to encounter. So educating yourself on that, really reading up on the trails, and knowing what you're getting into before you do something is paramount," Soviar told the station.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
Lost hikers rescued from Mumford Bar area
( — Two hikers who were lost in the Mumford Bar area were rescued, according to the Placer County Sheriff's Office. Video Above: National Park Safety: Tips to know before you go PCSO said their dispatch received a GPS distress text from two hikers who lost the trail in the Mumford Bar area and ran out of food Friday night. Officials said dispatch told them to shelter in place for the night. A search and rescue team began searching for the men Saturday morning once sunlight was visible. The men were located, hoisted and flown back to the command post with the use of a Falcon 30 helicopter. From skid row to street barber: Modesto man restores dignity to the homeless with haircuts Both men were found in good condition. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-05-2025
- Yahoo
Authorities search for missing man after kayak capsized on the American River
Authorities were searching Saturday for a kayaker who fell into the water along the American River near Auburn, Calif., the Placer County Sheriff's Office said. The missing man was on a kayak with another man when their vessel capsized Friday evening in fast-running water beneath the No Hands Bridge near Auburn, the Sheriff's Office said. The other man reached nearby rocks and safely made it back to shore, the Sheriff's Office said. The missing man wasn't identified, and officials said it wasn't known whether he might still be alive. "It's tough to say," said Elise Soviar, a spokesperson for the Sheriff's Office. "You never want to give up hope until you know." Authorities started to search for the missing kayaker on Friday. A dive team also went out on the water on Saturday morning, she said. While the river might look inviting during a sunny day, authorities say people should avoid going into the water during this time of year. 'The water is very, very swift and it's very, very cold because it's coming from the mountains and this is a known dangerous portion of the American River,' she said. The Sheriff's Office teamed up with Cal Fire's Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit on the search. State Parks, the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office and the California Highway Patrol also offered assistance, according to a social media post from the Placer County Sheriff's Office on Friday. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
CBS News
24-04-2025
- CBS News
Injured skier rescued from Sierra Nevada in near total darkness
NEVADA COUNTY – An injured skier was rescued in near-total darkness far up the Nevada County high country, authorities say. According to the Placer County Sheriff's Office, back on the night of April 19, their Falcon 30 air unit responded to Castle Peak after getting a report about a skier with a broken femur. The skier was up at about the 8,000' level in steep, snowy terrain. Further complicating the rescue was the fact that the skier was very tall himself, standing about 6'8". The rescue operation took place in near total darkness, prompting the use of night vision goggles. Placer County Sheriff's Office Rescuers – which included the Nevada County Sheriff's Office and Cal Fire NEU – organized a highly technical night hoist rescue. First, a pair of paramedics were dropped about 250 yards from the skier so they could hike up to him. Then, with the help of night vision, Falcon 30 lowered another crew of specialists down to the skier. After some work, the skier was hoisted up to safety and flown over to the Boreal Ski Resort parking lot where a ride was waiting to take him to the hospital.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Yahoo
Placer County law enforcement launches Blue Envelope Program
( — The Placer County Sheriff's Office announced the launch of the Blue Envelope Program, an initiative to create safer interactions between law enforcement and members of the neurodiverse community. Video Above: What is Autism? 'This program is personal to me,' said Sheriff Wayne Woo. 'Many of us in law enforcement have loved ones who experience the world a little differently. The Blue Envelope is a simple but powerful way to ensure we meet these individuals with empathy, patience, and the tools needed to keep everyone safe.' People with autism and other cognitive conditions will be provided with tools like a blue envelope, lanyard, wristband or seatbelt cover, as a way to notify responding authorities that the person may require additional 'patience, support, or understanding during a law enforcement interaction.' PCSO assured the community that the program is voluntary and does not require tracking or registration. Lyrid meteor shower underway in Northern California, here's how to view it 'The Blue Envelope Program is a testament to what happens when we listen to our community and act with compassion,' said Assemblyman Joe Patterson, who has voiced support for the program. 'This program will provide reassurance to families and individuals who may have previously feared interactions with law enforcement. It's an excellent example of Placer County leading the way.' The materials are free and available through the Placer County Sheriff's Office and other community partners. More information can be found on the PCSO website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
