A hiker had to be airlifted out of 49 Palms Oasis in Twentynine Palms Saturday after she became dehydrated. According to the Sheriff’s reports, deputies responded around 10:40 a.m. to the 49 Palms Oasis trail after the hiker said she was dehydrated. The Sheriff’s aviation division was dispatched and the hiker was airlifted to the trailhead parking lot where she was transported to the Hi Desert Medical Center by ambulance for treatment. Reporter Ernest Figueroa has these reminders for anyone hiking in the national park this summer…
With temperatures exceeding triple digits, it is crucial for hikers to take precautions before entering Joshua Tree National Park. Bring plenty of food and water, even on short hikes; always tell someone where you are going and when you plan to be back; take occasional breaks and rest in the shade; and avoid hiking during the heat of the day between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. during the summer. For more information on staying safe during summer hikes, visit the link below.
