Mountain climber suffers injury near Idyllwild, requiring rescue

A climber scaling a rock face today in the San Bernardino National Forest east of Idyllwild suffered a leg injury, requiring firefighters and sheriff's personnel to mount a rescue operation.

The "climber down" call was received about 2 p.m. in the vicinity of Humber Park and Devil's Slide Trail, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.

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The agency said that several engine crews from the county and the Idyllwild Fire Protection District were sent to the location. As of 2:45 p.m., crews were attempting to reach the victim.

The climber, whose identity was not disclosed, suffered a possible ankle fracture while engaged in a group rock climb, according to reports from the scene.

A sheriff's STAR-9 helicopter crew was requested to assist with hoisting the injured party to safety.

The rescue operation was expected to be completed by 4 p.m.

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