A 21-year-old woman collapsed during a hike at Stebbins Cold Canyon trail in Solano County, prompting a 911 call. Fire protection officials responded and airlifted her to a landing zone, then transported her by ambulance, as she was in serious condition. The group consisted of 45 Air Force personnel from Travis Air Force Base. Also, six additional hikers required treatment for heat-related symptoms. The trail is known for its lack of shade and steep terrain, indicating potential dangers in hotter weather.
A 21-year-old woman was airlifted by helicopter off a popular trail in Solano County after collapsing during a hike Wednesday, potentially due to heat stroke.
The hiker, part of a group of 45 Air Force personnel from nearby Travis Air Force Base, was airlifted to a landing zone and then taken by ambulance to a hospital in serious condition.
Fire officials said the rescue team returned and evacuated another six hikers from the group of 45. They were treated for heat-related symptoms and later released at the helicopter landing site by the medical team.
On the trail website, officials caution that the trail lacks shade and has steep terrain, warning hikers that the area can be dangerous during hotter months.
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