Hiker rescued from Bump and Grind Trail after medical emergency
A hiker on the Bump and Grind Trail in Palm Desert was hoisted to safety Thursday Morning. According to Cal Fire they got a call of a hiker in distress just after 11 am. Crews were sent to the area, and determined that the hiker would have to be airlifted by a rescue helicopter.
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department's Aviation Command was asked to assist. Just after 11:30 am, the patient was hoisted into the helicopter to be taken to a local hospital.
Cal Fire says they expect to be at the scene for about two hours. Check back for updates.
