A hiker dangling from a Northern California cliffside after falling off a trail in Golden Gate National Recreation Area was rescued. The Southern Marin Fire District saved the 22-year-old after a dramatic mission. Both the fire department and paramedics examined him soon after he was hoisted to safety at the top of the cliff.
He was safe with few minor injuries and later spoke to the media about his experience. Let’s look closely into what happened in the California rescue mission.
A hiker fell 50 to 60 feet from the trail
Cody Cretini (22) was on a beach walk with his girlfriend on Easter when he decided to take a shortcut up a hill. He was excited about his hike until all the rocks started to crumble down by each step. He was dangling 50- 60 feet from the trail when the rescue team arrived. Later he told the media how hard it was for him to hold until the rescue team arrived. Also, he was thankful for the rescuers.
The Rescue Mission
The Southern Marin Fire District received a helicopter at about 7:40 p.m. Sunday. The thermal imaging from the Henry-1 helicopter spotted the man 40 feet above the shore. The rescue team feared the man would slip off at any time.
So, they communicate with him saying “Don’t let go man. Don’t let go, OK?” the rescuer told the hiker. “I got you, brother.”
Finally man was safely rescued and the medical team examined him. This took place on the Batter Alexander Trail, emphasizing the danger of cliffs and urging hikers to exercise caution and avoid climbing near the edges.
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